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Egypt Today
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
French amb. visits Alexandria metro project
The French ambassador visits metro project in Alexandria - Press photo CAIRO - 21 May 2025: French Ambassador to Cairo Eric Chevallier visited the Alexandria Metro project on Wednesday. The project in Abu Qir district is expected to play a significant role in developing the public transportation system in Alexandria Governorate, contributing to environmental sustainability and improving quality of life. The new metro represents a true cultural shift, as the current line is being redeveloped to become a safer and easier means of transportation, serving millions of citizens daily and reducing congestion and emissions, a step toward a better future and life for the people of Alexandria. The National Authority for Tunnels emphasized the constructive cooperation with the French government and the French Development Agency as part of its support for vital infrastructure projects in the Arab Republic of Egypt. Jerome Touran, the French Consul in Alexandria and Deputy Director of the French Development Agency (AFD) in Egypt, and Ali El Domery, Director of Transport Projects at AFD accompanied the ambassador in his visit. They were received by Ibrahim Bakhit, Vice Chairman of the National Authority for Tunnels, and Sayed Kamel, Director of the Alexandria Metro Project.
Egypt Today
23-04-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Monorail trial operation set to begin in July without passengers, connecting new capital to Nasr City
CAIRO – 23 April 2025: Egypt is set to launch the trial operation of the monorail line linking the New Administrative Capital to the Mosheer Tantawy station in Nasr City, starting in July. This East Nile Monorail project will begin testing without public access, as announced by Tarek Goueili, Chairman of the National Authority for Tunnels, on Wednesday. By the end of the year, testing will extend to the Stadium station in Nasr City, with full operational capacity anticipated by early 2026, according to Goueili. The East Nile Monorail project features 22 stations spanning 56.5 kilometers, serving areas across Nasr City, New Cairo, and the New Administrative Capital. Meanwhile, the West Nile Line connects Giza's 6 October City to the Arab League headquarters in downtown Cairo, featuring 13 stations along a 43.8-kilometer route. With both lines extending nearly 100 kilometers and comprising a total of 35 stations, Egypt's monorail project is considered the longest driverless monorail network in the world. The project is being implemented by a consortium of Orascom, Alstom, and Arab Contractors, which has been implementing the East and West Nile lines since 2019 and 2020, respectively.
See - Sada Elbalad
23-04-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt to Launch Trial Operation of Capital Monorail in July
H-Tayea The National Authority for Tunnels has announced that the trial operation of Egypt's New Administrative Capital monorail will begin in July 2025, initially running between the Capital and El-Moshir Station without public passengers. According to Major General Tarek Gamal El-Din, head of the Authority, trial runs will extend to Cairo Stadium Station in Nasr City by the end of the year, with full trial operation of the entire line expected in early 2026. The East Nile Monorail project will include 22 stations and a centralized command and control center. The stations on the line are: El Adala, Misr Mosque, Government District, City of Arts and Culture, Business District, District R2, Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque, Bait Al Watan, Golden Square, Lotus, Investors, Narges, Air Force Specialized Hospital, One-Ninety, El-Moshir Tantawy, Gehan El Sadat, El-Moshir Ahmed Ismail, District 7, Al-Azhar University, Hesham Barakat, and Cairo International Stadium. One of the most distinctive features of the monorail is that it is fully automated and driverless, controlled by a centralized operations center in the New Administrative Capital. Each train is equipped with internal and external surveillance cameras, sensors, fire and smoke detection systems, and a remote communication system with the control room, ensuring maximum safety and security. Spanning 56.5 kilometers, the monorail line will connect Cairo Stadium in Nasr City to the control center in the New Administrative Capital. The project is being implemented by a consortium comprising Alstom, Orascom Construction, and Arab Contractors. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
See - Sada Elbalad
07-04-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt, France Sign Roadmap for Cairo Metro Line 6, Broaden Strategic Partnership
Ahmed Emam Egypt and France have signed a roadmap for cooperation in constructing Cairo Metro Line 6, marking a significant step in expanding the capital's transportation infrastructure. The new line is planned to begin in New Maadi and end in El-Khosous, according to previous announcements by the National Authority for Tunnels. The signing ceremony took place at the Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, in the presence of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron, who is currently on an official visit to Egypt. The agreement was signed by Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel El-Wazir, and French Minister of Finance, Bruno Le Maire. In addition to the metro agreement, the two countries signed a number of other cooperation documents, including agreements and memoranda of understanding in the fields of health and transportation. El-Sisi and Macron also signed a joint declaration to elevate bilateral relations to the level of a strategic partnership. Among other key announcements, Egypt and France signed a declaration of intent to cooperate in higher education, as well as an agreement to establish and develop the Gustave Roussy Center for Cancer Treatment in Cairo. President Macron announced that the French Development Agency (AFD) will sign agreements with Egypt for grants and loans worth 260 million euros. The funding will support several sectors including energy, transportation, water, and sanitation. This visit marks a significant deepening of Egypt-France relations and paves the way for enhanced cooperation in critical infrastructure and development projects. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Zawya
26-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt's Deputy PM, French Ambassador discuss construction timeline for Alstom's industrial complex
Kamel Al-Wazir, Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, recently met with French Ambassador to Cairo Eric Chevalier, joined by senior officials from Egypt's Ministries of Transport and Industry. The meeting focused on advancing the cooperation between Egypt and France, particularly in the transport and industrial sectors. Al-Wazir emphasized Egypt's commitment to enhancing its partnership with France, underscoring the importance of collaboration in both sectors. Ambassador Chevalier reaffirmed France's ongoing support for joint ventures, reflecting the strong bilateral ties between the two nations. A significant part of the discussion centered on the roadmap for the Cairo Metro Line 6 project, for which an agreement had been previously signed between Egypt and France. Al-Wazir outlined the current progress, noting that Egypt's Ministry of Transport has allocated and reviewed the route. Meanwhile, the French consulting firm Egis/Setec has been tasked with submitting the technical specifications and project documents to Egypt's National Authority for Tunnels for review. Based on these documents, Alstom will then provide its technical, commercial, and financial proposals, which will be evaluated by the Egyptian government before the final contract is signed. The meeting also included a review of the latest developments regarding the construction of Alstom's industrial complex in Borg El Arab, located on a 40-acre site in Alexandria. Al-Wazir, who recently visited the site, noted that equipment for the facility has already begun arriving, signaling the start of the construction process. The complex will include factories for manufacturing electrical systems and railway components, such as signaling systems, control panels, and wiring harnesses. Additionally, a separate facility will be dedicated to producing various types of rolling stock, including metro trains, trams, LRTs, monorails, and high-speed trains. Al-Wazir highlighted the project's significant potential to meet local market needs, boost exports to the Middle East and Africa, and create thousands of job opportunities. The two sides also discussed the ongoing negotiations between the National Authority for Tunnels and Alstom regarding the management, operation, and maintenance of Egypt's first-ever monorail project. This ambitious project promises to revolutionize public transportation, providing a modern, fast, and eco-friendly transit system. It aims to reduce fuel consumption, lower environmental pollution, alleviate traffic congestion, and encourage a shift from private car use to public transport. Currently, trial operations are underway for the East Nile Monorail, while work continues on the West Nile Monorail. Both parties agreed on the need for intensified meetings between technical teams to finalize Alstom's role in the management, operation, and maintenance of the monorail system.
