President Sisi directs continued localization of marine units manufacturing

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi emphasized the need to continue efforts to localize the marine units manufacturing industry to meet national needs within the Canal and Egyptian ports, support the inland water transport sector, and expand into export markets in partnership with the private sector. The president directed that the highest quality standards be maintained, project timelines be respected, and occupational safety and health requirements be fully implemented, along with ensuring continuous training of technical personnel.

President Sisi made these remarks during a meeting with Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority Admiral Osama Rabie and Chairman of the South Red Sea Shipyard Company Mostafa al-Dougishy. During the meeting, President Sisi was briefed on navigation traffic through the Suez Canal during fiscal year 2025/2026, as well as progress rates and timetables for launching new marine units over the coming period, according to Presidential Spokesman Ambassador Mohamed al-Shennawy.

The president followed up on the latest developments regarding the equipment of two fiberglass factories at the Suez Canal Company for Modern Boats, a partnership between the Suez Canal Authority and the South Red Sea Shipyard Company. He was also updated on the construction of several fiberglass boats, including the completion of hulls for three cruise launches designed to serve maritime and Nile tourism.

The meeting reviewed the implementation status of a project to build a series of twelve deep-sea fishing vessels of the "REZK" class, using the latest global technologies, alongside an update on the manufacturing of a 60-passenger river bus to operate in Cairo Governorate. Meanwhile, President Sisi followed the construction progress of the 90-ton bollard pull "Azm" class marine tugboats, stressing the vital importance of complying with all quality and safety standards.

This initiative is part of Egypt's broader strategy to enhance its maritime industry, reduce reliance on imports, and boost exports. The localization of marine units manufacturing is expected to create jobs, transfer technology, and strengthen the country's strategic capabilities in the maritime sector.