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Hospitality Net
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Travco Group Unveils Giza Palace Cairo: A New Icon In Global Hospitality
Travco Group is proud to announce the opening of Giza Palace Cairo, a landmark destination redefining luxury hospitality in Egypt and the latest addition to the Leading Hotels of the World. Located in the heart of West Cairo, just 15 minutes from the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Pyramids, Giza Palace spans over 33,000 square meters and features 560 generously spaced luxurious rooms and suites. The design seamlessly blends Egyptian elegance with contemporary sophistication, offering guests a sense of grandeur paired with intimate comfort. Nestled within a vibrant F&B and retail district, the hotel also sits steps away from Cairo's key lifestyle and business hubs. As Cairo's first major luxury hotel debut in over a decade, Giza Palace marks a significant moment for the city, offering a new destination for global travelers, business executives, and locals to experience exceptional dining, wellness, and cultural immersion. Giza Palace introduces an elevated hospitality experience through a suite of world-class amenities and curated guest services, including: A signature Mediterranean restaurant led by Michelin-starred Chef Sergi Arola, alongside a curated selection of international culinary concepts, including the globally renowned Beefbar A 1,900-square-meter spa and wellness sanctuary, with luxurious treatments and traditional Hammam rituals A majestic ballroom hosting over 1,000 guests, complemented by refined meeting rooms A state-of-the-art fitness center, rooftop padel court, and serene relaxation terraces A Kids' Club designed to inspire and engage young guests with safe, enriching experiences Tailored concierge services, offering cultural and leisure experiences from private pyramid tours to bespoke Nile cruise experiences More than a hotel, Giza Palace Cairo is a celebration of heritage, hospitality, and elevated living, inviting discerning travelers from around the world to discover Cairo in a new light. Hotel website
Egypt Today
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Egypt Today
PM inaugurates another Sumitomo factory in Egypt to increase car parts export
CAIRO - 21 May 2025: Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inaugurated Tuesday the SE Wiring Systems Egypt LLC in 10th of Ramadan City. Madbouly toured the factory that produces electrical wiring harnesses for cars to learn about the various manufacturing stages and was shown a documentary video about Sumitomo's global activities, showcasing the company's various activities, production lines, and investments in Egypt. Mohamed Hammam, the company's Deputy Managing Director, said the project's total area is 150,000 square meters, and the current production hall area is 12,500 square meters, with a current occupancy rate of 60% of the total area. A total space of 40% is available for a future expansion, Hammam said, adding that full occupancy will be achieved by 2027. Meanwhile, direct workforce is 2,000 with the target to reach 3,000 by the end of 2025. For the first time in Sumitomo Egypt's history, all machine installation and preparation work is being carried out 100% by a local team of technicians and engineers. All operators, technicians, and engineers in this area are local, having received certified training from the parent company and demonstrated high skills comparable to operating levels in European factories, Hammam emphasized. The factory has 170 wire cutting and preparation machines in Egypt, more than any of Sumitomo's factories in Europe, he said, boasting the KOMAX machine, one of the most advanced technologies available in the world, manufactured in Switzerland and distinguished by its precise operation. All components have been manufactured locally, tested, and passed all calibration stages, demonstrating high efficiency that rivals, and in many cases exceeds the efficiency of parts imported from European manufacturers. This has prompted other companies to consider importing some locally manufactured parts from Egypt, according to Hammam. The Japanese company contributes to the training of more than 300 dual technical education students in the three governorates where it has factories: Port Said, Giza, and Sharqia. The factories in Egypt are equipped with an integrated solar energy system to supply part of their operational needs with clean energy, in line with the Egypt's approach to reduce carbon emissions and support Egypt's Vision 2030 to rely on renewable energy sources. SE Wiring Systems Egypt LLC was established in 2008. It is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Europe, a subsidiary of Sumitomo International, one of the largest economic entities in the world. It is also one of the projects established in Egypt under the Special Free Zone system. It operates in the field of manufacturing electrical wiring systems and cables for cars and vehicles of various types. The company provides more than 12,000 job opportunities within its various factories in 6th of October City, 10th of Ramadan City, and Port Said. The company owns five factories in Port Said and two factories in 6th of October City. The company produces, manufactures, and exports all of its products to the U.K., France, Turkey, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia with annual exports exceeding 300 million euros.
Daily News Egypt
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
PM inaugurates SE Wiring Systems Egypt factory in 10th of Ramadan City
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly took part in the inauguration of SE Wiring Systems Egypt's latest manufacturing facility in 10th of Ramadan City on Tuesday. The company is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (Europe), operating under the global conglomerate Sumitomo Group. The newly launched plant is considered one of the largest automotive wiring harness production facilities worldwide. It features fully integrated departments equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and advanced production lines, as well as a dedicated training academy and a research and development center. Notably, the facility is environmentally friendly and powered in part by a comprehensive solar energy system. Mohamed Hammam, Deputy Managing Director of Sumitomo Electric Egypt, presented an overview of the new plant, noting that the total project area spans 150,000 square meters. The current built-up area occupies approximately 23,000 square meters—about 15% of the total land area—comprising the first phase of development. Hammam stated that the existing production hall covers 12,500 square meters, with 60% currently in operation and the remaining 40% allocated for future expansion. Full utilization of the facility is anticipated by 2027. At present, the factory employs 2,000 workers, with plans to increase the workforce to 3,000 by the end of 2025. All operators, technicians, and engineers at the facility are local hires who have undergone certified training provided by the parent company. Their performance has demonstrated skill levels comparable to European factory standards. 'For the first time in Sumitomo Egypt's history, all machinery installation and preparation work was carried out entirely by our local technical team,' Hammam emphasized. 'This unprecedented challenge was successfully accomplished by the Egyptian team.' He further noted that the 10th of Ramadan factory currently operates 53 machines for various applications, with a production capacity of 10 million wires per month. This number is expected to rise to 130 machines, enabling a monthly output of 26 million wires. Hammam added that the facility currently houses 170 wire cutting and preparation machines—making it the Sumitomo site with the highest number of such machines in Europe, and operating at peak efficiency. He also highlighted an ambitious initiative to localize the production of wiring harness components. This effort is led by a permanent in-house team dedicated to innovation and reducing reliance on imports. All locally produced components have successfully passed rigorous testing and calibration, with many performing on par with—or even exceeding—the quality of parts imported from the European headquarters. As a result, several other companies in the sector are now seriously considering sourcing these components from Egyptian suppliers. 'We currently produce 1.8 million wiring harnesses per month in Egypt,' Hammam stated. 'At the 10th of Ramadan facility alone, we manufacture 650,000 harnesses each month, with plans to increase to one million by year's end.' He also revealed that wiring harnesses for a specific car brand have been entirely produced in Egypt. Production for a locally assembled version of that brand will begin at the 6th of October factory in March 2025, with a maximum daily capacity of 270 harnesses. Hammam went on to explain that the company has equipped all its Egyptian factories with integrated solar power systems to support clean energy use and reduce carbon emissions. This investment aligns with Egypt's Vision 2030 and its climate commitments. The solar system, representing an investment of approximately €1 million, generates up to 3.2 megawatts of energy. Founded in 2008, SE Wiring Systems Egypt S.A.E. operates under the Private Free Zones system. It specializes in manufacturing electrical wiring systems and cables for various vehicle types. With investments totaling around €160m, the company provides over 12,000 jobs across its facilities in 6th of October City, 10th of Ramadan, and Port Said. SE Wiring Systems Egypt currently operates five factories in Port Said and two in 6th of October City. The company exports its entire production to countries such as the UK, France, Turkey, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, achieving annual exports exceeding €300m.
CairoScene
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Imaan Hammam Joins Cairo Photo Week in Conversation on Visual Identity
Imaan Hammam's recent shoot in Egypt is on view at Downtown Cairo's Cinema Radio as part of Cairo Photo Week. May 14, 2025 Dutch-Egyptian-Moroccan supermodel Imaan Hammam will join Cairo Photo Week today, May 14th, in a talk titled Exploring Places and Visual Identity. Appearing virtually, Hammam will be in conversation with photographer and filmmaker Vincent Van de Wijngaard, live at The Hangar in Downtown Cairo. The panel will be moderated by Nadia Eldasher, creative director and co-founder of Snap14, and will begin at 6 PM. Just a few blocks away, Hammam's recent Harper's Bazaar US cover story 'A Sense of Place', shot in Egypt by Van de Wijngaard, is on view at Cinema Radio and is expected to be a focal point of the discussion. To attend the panel, visit the link in bio on Cairo Photo Week's Instagram.
Vancouver Sun
05-05-2025
- Vancouver Sun
In my Princesss Cruise era
Article content Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content I didn't want to do much more than lounge in a deck chair when I planned my cruise on Discovery Princess. Yes there were excursions I had to do – ride a trolly in San Francisco, visit the San Diego Zoo, and see the La Bufadora in Ensenada, Mexico, a blowhole that shoots water metres into the air several times a minute – but those outings were planned by or for my daughter. I just wanted to get away from the office, eat good food and relax. Article content Article content Article content Discovery Princess proved to be worthy of the stewardship. Full disclosure: I sailed on the Sun Princess in 2023 and knew Princess Cruises was synonymous for — luxury, indulgence, pampering, and entertainment that didn't require I get out of a cushioned seat. Yes I was going to pack on a few pounds and be catered to while sailing along the California coast down to Mexico, at times just watching the horizon dip. Article content The Lotus Spa is located on deck 5, just past customer service. I was welcomed by the sound of babbling water, offered a cucumber-infused water and given a tour by a friendly hostess. Article content Article content There are treatment rooms for: massages, facials, pedicures, manicures, wraps, exfoliating scrubs and more treatments than I needed. I was more enticed by the large hydrotherapy pool at the heart of the spa. This is The Enclave – which anyone can use even if you don't get a spa treatment. A pass is required to use The Enclave or you can get a package that allows you access every day of your cruise. Article content Article content I booked a deep-tissue massage for the next day. My massage involved a lot of kneading, and just the right amount of pressure to leave me feeling like Gumby. From the massage table I drifted to The Enclave's three steam rooms one after another. The Hammam for a steam bath, the Laconium for its dry heat and finally the Roman-inspired Caladium. By the time I dipped into the hydrotherapy pool I was stress-free and swooning. From there I gathered myself long enough to take the short steps to a heated stone lounger. Article content I vacillated in the space between basking and dozing content to soak in the heat. It was only FOMO that got me off the lounger to check on happens elsewhere onboard.
