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Egypt Today
06-03-2025
- Egypt Today
Aviation Minister checks Sphinx International Airport ahead of GEM inauguration
Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny conducted an inspection tour of Sphinx International Airport - press photo CAIRO – 6 March 2025: Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny conducted an inspection tour of Sphinx International Airport to check its readiness for receiving international guests and world leaders ahead of the official inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) due on July 3, 2025. The minister checked the airport services and ensured the ease of the travel and arrival procedures at the airport, according to a statement released by the ministry. The tour included an inspection of the departure and arrival halls (international and domestic), as well as the passport and customs counters to ensure the speedy completion of procedures, the baggage belt area, banks, rest areas, and the VIP lounges, the statement added. The minister also inspected the other services provided in cafeterias, the duty-free area, and the information center, in addition to inspecting the security room that contains the surveillance camera system. El-Hefni stressed that EgyptAir and Air Cairo coordinate to operate direct flights to Sphinx Airport, with the allocation of a wide-body aircraft to accommodate the delegations set to attend the GEM inauguration and provide flexible flight options that contribute to facilitating visitors' access to the Grand Egyptian Museum. The opening ceremony is scheduled for July 3, 2025, Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority announced, confirming that the organization will be entirely Egyptian-led, with the United Media Services Company (UMS) taking full responsibility. The new inauguration will display, for the first time, the treasures of King Tutankhamun. He noted that UMS had previously achieved outstanding success in organizing the Royal Mummies Parade and the inauguration of the Avenue of Sphinxes in Luxor.
Egypt Today
28-01-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
The Grand Egyptian Museum Will Be Officially Inaugurated On July 3
Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority, expressed his immense pride in being entrusted with the responsibility of inaugurating the Grand Egyptian Museum. He stated, 'It has been 100 days since I took on this responsibility, and as the opening approaches, I feel a mix of pride and responsibility.' Ghoneim emphasized that the Grand Egyptian Museum is not just an ordinary museum but a historic building and a unique gift from Egypt to the world. He announced that the opening ceremony is scheduled for July 3, 2025, and confirmed that the organization will be entirely Egyptian-led, with the United Media Services Company ( UMS) taking full responsibility. He noted that UMS had previously achieved outstanding success in organizing the Royal Mummies Parade and the inauguration of the Avenue of Sphinxes in Luxor. He assured that this celebration would be entirely different from previous events, showcasing many accomplishments that Egyptians are proud of, whether in different regions of Egypt or perhaps even abroad. Ghoneim explained that the celebration would not be limited to a single day, saying, 'We are currently preparing multiple scenarios, and the festivities might last several days—perhaps three days, a week, or even several months. These ideas are being discussed at a high level by a committee formed by the Minister of Tourism and Antiquities and at an even higher level under the leadership of the Prime Minister.'
Al-Ahram Weekly
28-01-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
A world gem! Grand Egyptian Museum set for grand opening 3 July - Tourism
Egypt is set to inaugurate the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest museum, on 3 July, CEO of the GEM Authority Ahmed Ghoneim told ON TV on Monday. In an interview with ON TV, Ghoneim said preparations are underway for the grand opening ceremony, comprising multiple events that showcase Egypt's unique cultural heritage. "We are exploring various options, potentially extending the festivities for several days or even weeks, including holding celebrations internationally." "The format will be unlike any previous celebration," he noted. The United Media Services Company, which previously curated the historic Royal Mummies Parade in April 2021 and the Avenue of Sphinxes opening ceremony in November 2021, would handle all preparations and execution for the GEM's grand opening, he added. Strategic planning Situated near the newly-inaugurated Sphinx International Airport and overlooking the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the GEM is set to become the largest museum worldwide dedicated to a single civilization: ancient Egypt. The museum spans an impressive 500,000 square metres, twice the area of the Louvre Museum and two and a half times the area of the British Museum. Ghoneim stressed to ON TV that the museum, which houses an unparalleled collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, including the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun, is poised to become one of the world's largest and most prominent cultural and heritage institutions. The GEM launched a soft opening in November 2023 and a trial run in October 2024, unfurling gardens and cafes, the hanging obelisk, the atrium, the grand staircase, and the main galleries, including 12 exhibition halls, to the public. Shortly after, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) awarded the GEM the prestigious Prix Versailles award for being one of the world's most beautiful museums for 2024. Ghoneim explained that the financial cost of establishing the Grand Egyptian Museum amounted to $1.2 billion, with $750 million procured through loans and the rest in financing from the Egyptian government. The investment will boost the Egyptian economy by increasing the number of tourists visiting the country, added Ghoneim. Short link:
