Service News
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EDECS, MEDLOG partner to build landmark Dry Port in 10th of Ramadan City
For MEDLOG, this marks its first dry port project in Egypt, extending its global expertise into the region.
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Ain Sokhna Port moves to fully automated exports to fast-track shipments
The fully digital platform replaces paper-based processes, which have historically caused clearance delays and increased the risk of manipulation.
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Uber Shuts Down Shuttle Service in Egypt. Shared Mobility Is Proving Harder to Scale.
The company is shutting down its shared minibus service across multiple markets, including Egypt, while doubling down on core ride-hailing.
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ABL Signs Marine Services Deal with Tidewater in Egypt
“This MSA is a reflection of our reputation as marine assurance partners and DP consultants, both in-country in Egypt and across wider Europe.
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Three-Month Exemption on ACI Requirements for Gulf Shipping
The new temporary exemption is a response to an extraordinary geopolitical situation in the region.
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Here’s why Egypt's new Europe-Gulf cargo corridor matters
It handles both refrigerated and dry goods, targeting sectors where speed and reliability are critical, such as food, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals
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Egypt to raise minimum wage to 8,000 pounds from July
Egypt will increase the minimum wage to 8,000 EGP per month from July, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced on Wednesday.
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Egypt Considers Lifting Early Closures for Coptic Holidays
The measure would temporarily lift recently imposed 9 PM closing hours for shops, restaurants, cafes, and other venues during the holiday period.
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Egypt opens a fresh Europe to Gulf transit corridor via Damietta
PLUS: Egypt and Cyprus inked a framework agreement, which sets the stage for more agreements “for the exploitation of Cyprus’ reserves”.
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Damietta Port launches Ro-Ro transit service linking Europe to Gulf markets
Shipments arriving at Damietta are transported onward to Safaga Port on the Red Sea before being shipped to Gulf markets.
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Largest-ever minimum wage increase to be announced soon
Madbouly stressed that the government is continuing efforts to ease economic pressures and support citizens amid current global challenges.
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Egypt Launches Program to Deploy Professors to Factories to Boost Industry
Egypt launches “A Professor for Every Factory” program to turn scientific research into practical solutions for local industries.
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Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia discuss Hormuz reopening proposals
Talks focused on proposals to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, including a possible management consortium and Suez Canal-style fee structures.
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Egypt on high alert over severe weather, two ports closed
Authorities have deployed local officials on the ground to oversee the drainage of rainwater from main and secondary roads, as well as tunnels.
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Suez Canal: “Navigation Flows Normally despite Adverse Weather Conditions”
Rabie emphasized that the canal’s operations remain uninterrupted thanks to the authority’s advanced technological systems.
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Egypt prioritises international expansion of universities to boost global education presence
Government strategy focuses on overseas campuses, academic partnerships and knowledge economy growth.
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Egypt Launches Africa’s Largest and Longest Monorail
The inauguration unveiled a high-capacity transit link linking Cairo’s Nasr City to the New Administrative Capital.
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Egypt is cutting hours and considering remote work: what it really solves
Here’s a breakdown of what the measures are, and more importantly, how they actually help the economy and affect business.
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Egypt orders early shop closures, weighs partial remote work to curb energy use
The measures aim to reduce energy consumption, Madbouly said, amid the ongoing military escalation in the region.
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CBE announces extended bank holiday for Eid al-Fitr 2026
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and the Egyptian Cabinet have officially declared a five-day paid holiday in observance of Eid al-Fitr 2026.