2026-09-08 00:00:00
Through its participation in the second edition of the Alamein International Air and Space Show, the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) has set a clear objective: to strengthen cooperation and expand partnerships with major global institutions and companies in the aerospace and defense sectors. During the event's opening day, Major General Eng. Mohamed Abd Elfatah Abo Bakr , Chairman of the AOI, stated that the organization aims to broaden cooperation and partnerships with various friendly and allied nations. This initiative leverages the advanced manufacturing capabilities of the AOI’s factories and companies, as well as its workforce, which is trained to meet global quality standards.
2026-09-08 00:00:00
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the President of the Republic, inspects the Arab Organization for Industrialization's pavilion and a distinguished participation at the El Alamein International Air and Space Exhibition 2026
2026-09-08 00:00:00
Based on the Arab Organization for Industrialization's leading role in localizing the latest defense industry technologies, the organization was keen to participate in the second edition of the El Alamein International Aerospace Exhibition (EIAS 2026) which took place from September 8 to 10, 2026, in New Alamein City and was held under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. The Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) is participating in this edition of the exhibition with a wide range of products in the aerospace industry, reaffirming its leadership in deepening local manufacturing and localizing cutting-edge technologies. This ensures that the AOI meets the needs of the Egyptian Air Force and allied and friendly nations with advanced products that adhere to international quality standards.
2026-09-07 00:00:00
Major General Eng. Mohamed Abd Elfatah Abo Bakr , Chairman of the AOI, emphasized the importance of participating in the second edition of the El Alamein International Aerospace Exhibition (EIAS 2026), which will be held from September 8 to 10, 2026, in New Alamein City.
2026-08-31 00:00:00
Major General Eng. Mohamed Abd Elfatah Abo Bakr , Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), received Engineer Khaled Hashem, Minister of Industry. This visit comes within the framework of serious steps to implement Egypt's Sustainable Development Vision 2030, which aims to maximize the utilization of all manufacturing and production capacities in the civilian industrial sectors in cooperation with the AOI. This will contribute to deepening local manufacturing and localizing technology for Egyptian industry to meet the needs of the local market, thereby increasing the added value of national industry, reducing imports, and increasing export rates. The discussions addressed the manufacturing capabilities of the AOI, the state's industrial arm, and its expertise in various defense and civilian industrial fields. The AOI's important role in designing and manufacturing products and components currently imported from abroad, and meeting the needs of industrial sectors according to quality standards, was also discussed. In this regard, Major General Eng. Mohamed Abd Elfatah Abo Bakr , Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), expressed his readiness and pride in serious and constructive cooperation with the Ministry of Industry on joint projects. He emphasized the importance of implementing President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's directives to expedite the execution of manufacturing plans and targeted projects, in accordance with the state's plan to deepen local manufacturing and localize technology.
2026-08-23 00:00:00
Major General Eng. Mohamed Abdel Fattah Abu Bakr, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization, met today with Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Environment, in the presence of Major General Tarek Marzouk, Governor of Dakahlia, and Major General Dr. Alaa Abdel Moaty, Governor of Gharbia. They discussed the progress of the Kitchener Drain water quality improvement project – specifically the solid waste component – which is being implemented by the Ministry in the governorates of Gharbia, Dakahlia, and Kafr El Sheikh. The project is funded by a €79 million grant from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and an €8 million grant from the European Union. The meeting reviewed the comprehensive implementation status of all targeted projects within the waste component of the project to develop an integrated solid waste management system in the relevant governorates. The project aims to establish five solid waste recycling plants in (Dafra in Gharbia, Belqas in Dakahlia, Hamoul, Kafr El-Sheikh, and Desouk in Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate), and the latest developments in these projects were reviewed. The meeting also reviewed the implementation of two intermediate transfer stations, the rehabilitation and closure of the public landfill in Qallabsho in Dakahlia Governorate, the development of eight garages and mechanical equipment in the three governorates, and the support provided to the waste collection and transportation system with various equipment, including loaders and waste collection and transport vehicles of different capacities. In this regard, Major General Engineer Mohamed Abdel Fattah Abu Bakr, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization, expressed his appreciation and pride in the serious and constructive cooperation with the Ministry of Local Development and Environment in joint projects. He noted that they are partners in success in many diverse manufacturing fields, in accordance with the state's plan to deepen local manufacturing, localize technology, and achieve Egypt's Vision for Sustainable Development 2030. He emphasized the importance of implementing President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's directives to expedite the targeted projects within the Kitchener Drain Water Quality Improvement Project, according to the established timeline. These projects contribute to creating an integrated waste management system, encompassing collection, treatment, recycling, and safe disposal of waste in the three governorates where the project is being implemented: Dakahlia, Gharbia, and Kafr El-Sheikh. He noted that the plan ensures sustainability and continuity.
2026-08-12 00:00:00
Maj.Gen.Eng.Mohamed Abd Elfatah Abo Bakr Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization
2026-08-10 00:00:00
The Chairman of the AOI continues his field visits to monitor the progress of projects under the Presidential Initiative "Decent Life 1" in various governorates, identify any challenges hindering implementation on the ground, and work to resolve them immediately in coordination with the relevant authorities. In this context, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the AOI, conducted a field visit to monitor the implementation status of projects carried out by AOI factories and companies within the framework of the Presidential Initiative "Decent Life 1" in several villages of Aswan Governorate. During the two-day field visit, the Chairman of the AOI emphasized the implementation of the directives of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to expedite the completion of the Decent Life projects and ensure their commissioning according to the established timelines. He affirmed that the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) continues its role as a key partner in implementing national projects, intensifying field visits to monitor progress on the ground and ensure adherence to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This aims to accelerate project completion and commissioning, paving the way for their entry into service and achieving comprehensive development goals in rural Egypt. During the visit, several projects implemented by the AOI's Factories and companies in villages of the Edfu and Kom Ombo districts were inspected. The AOI Chairman reviewed the progress of these projects, emphasizing the need to intensify work and maintain coordination with various executive and advisory bodies to overcome any obstacles. This ensures the projects are completed to the highest standards of quality and efficiency and enter service according to the planned schedules.
Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), received His Excellency President Michael Randrianirina of the sisterly Republic of Madagascar and a high-level delegation, in the presence of Mr. Alaa Farouk, the Egyptian Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. This visit comes within the framework of the successful steps taken by the AOI to enhance partnership and cooperation and increase the volume of intra-African trade with sisterly African countries. During the visit, discussions focused on strengthening cooperation mechanisms and leveraging the advanced capabilities of the AOI to meet all the needs of development projects and the defense and security industries in the sisterly Republic of Madagascar, as well as identifying proposed areas of cooperation between the two sides in various manufacturing fields. In this regard, the Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation with African countries and implementing the directives of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to open new horizons for cooperation and integration with African brothers in all industrial and economic fields, and to open new export markets in Africa. He expressed his pride in the shared relations between the two countries and the importance of continuing coordination and joint work and strengthening cooperation ties by opening new areas, noting the AOI's interest in participating in the implementation of development projects in the sisterly Republic of Madagascar.
2026-07-29 00:00:00
The Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization continues his field visits to monitor the implementation of projects under the Presidential Initiative "Decent Life 1" in various governorates, with firm directives to accelerate completion rates according to the established timelines. In this context, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization, accompanied by Dr. Mohamed Ali Gabr, Deputy Governor of Minya, conducted a field visit to review the progress of projects implemented by the Arab Organization for Industrialization's factories and companies within the framework of the Presidential Initiative "Decent Life 1" in several villages in Minya Governorate. During the two-day field visit, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif emphasized the Arab Organization for Industrialization's commitment to implementing the directives of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, to expedite the completion of the projects and ensure their commissioning according to the established timelines. He affirmed that the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) continues its role as a key partner in implementing national projects, intensifying field visits to monitor implementation on the ground and ensure adherence to the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
2026-07-27 00:00:00
As part of the AOI's commitment to supporting innovative talent in all scientific and industrial fields and promoting the transformation of research outputs into practical models applicable to various industrial sectors, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the AOI, honored the ASUWind team from the Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University. The team achieved third place globally in the International Small Wind Turbine Competition (ISTWC), held in the Netherlands from July 7-10, 2026, with the participation of elite university teams from around the world. The honoring ceremony was attended by Major General Eng. Abdel Rahman Abdel Azim Othman, Director General of the AOI, and Major General Eng. Mohamed Awad, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Aircraft Factory, one of the AOI's factories. Professor Dr. Mohamed Diaa Zein El Abdeen, President of Ain Shams University, Professor Dr. Amr Shaat, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the University, and members of the academic team supervising the ASUWind team were present. As part of the celebration activities, the Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization expressed his appreciation and delight in honoring the research team that won third place in the international competition for small wind turbines. He noted that the organization sponsors innovators and creators and is committed to building effective partnerships with universities and scientific research centers, stemming from its belief in the importance of linking scientific research to the needs of industry and the labor market, and transforming research ideas and innovations into practical applications that contribute to serving society. He praised the excellence of the research teams at the prestigious Ain Shams University and their outstanding performance in international competitions and forums. He affirmed the Arab Organization for Industrialization's readiness to provide technical support to all researchers at Ain Shams University participating in local and international scientific competitions and to implement various scientific research projects with industrial applications, in addition to providing training opportunities at the Arab Organization for Industrialization Academy and its various training centers. For his part, Professor Dr. Mohamed Diaa Zein El Abdeen, President of Ain Shams University, expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization, for this generous support. He explained that the organization played a pivotal and fundamental role in this success through the technical and manufacturing support it provided to the research team. The organization's aircraft factory undertook the manufacturing of turbine blade molds and the production of blade assemblies according to the highest standards of quality and precision, which directly contributed to enhancing the team's competitiveness.
2026-07-21 00:00:00
The AOI is taking successful and continuous steps to strengthen cooperation with all governorates, considering it the optimal path to achieving comprehensive development. In this context, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the AOI, held discussions with Ms. Hanan Magdy, Governor of New Valley Governorate. The discussions focused on utilizing the AOI's available manufacturing capabilities to meet all the needs of comprehensive development projects in New Valley Governorate. These projects include manufacturing and supplying vehicles for youth employment projects in various advanced forms, developing infrastructure, equipping smart classrooms, and implementing environmental protection projects. These projects include a solid waste recycling system, manufacturing environmentally friendly kilns for producing charcoal, agricultural waste processing machinery, water and wastewater treatment and purification, environmentally friendly transportation, recycling electronic devices and wood, upgrading mechanical equipment in the governorate's districts and centers, and numerous other comprehensive development projects. Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), explained that the latest developments in manufacturing MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard) from palm fronds were reviewed, along with the procedures for establishing the Arab Company for Compressed Wood Industries. This initiative is a collaboration between the AOI and the New Valley Governorate, in coordination with the Waste Management Authority of the Ministry of Environment, to maximize the utilization of palm products and waste.
2026-07-13 00:00:00
Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), accompanied by Major General Mohamed Alwan, Governor of Assiut, conducted a field visit to monitor the progress of projects implemented by AOI factories and companies as part of the "Decent Life 1" presidential initiative in several villages in Assiut Governorate. During the visit, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif emphasized the AOI's commitment to implementing the directives of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to expedite the completion of projects and ensure their commissioning according to the established timelines. The visit included inspections of several projects implemented by AOI factories and companies in the districts of Deirout, Assiut, El-Fath, and Sidfa.
2026-06-30 00:00:00
The Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) emphasized the importance of: Maximizing local manufacturing and technology transfer Reducing imports Attracting more investments Establishing partnerships with international expertise And opening new export markets and outlets under the slogan "Made in Egypt." This came during the inauguration of several upgraded manufacturing centers at the aircraft factory, coinciding with the June 30th anniversary celebrations. The inauguration was attended by Major General Engineer Abdel Rahman Abdel Azim Othman, Director General of the AOI, Major General Engineer Mohamed Awad, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the aircraft factory, and a number of the AOI's leaders, as well as representatives from the French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation and the Chinese aircraft manufacturer CATIC. During the visit, Major General Engineer Mokhtar Abdel Latif, Chairman of the AOI, inspected the development work and new production lines at the aircraft factory, which represent an investment of approximately 300 million Egyptian pounds. The new surface treatment complex was inaugurated, comprising a surface treatment center, an aircraft parts painting center, a galvanizing center, and an electrostatic painting center. A manufacturing and assembly center for electrical and communications panels was also opened, along with upgrades to employee service centers, including the opening of a radiology center and a physiotherapy center within the factory's medical department.
2026-06-28 00:00:00
With continuous successes and advanced scientific visions, the AOI pursues its efforts to modernize and technologically develop all manufacturing systems and methods across its factories and companies. This includes training and developing the skills of its human resources in accordance with the mechanisms of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and smart manufacturing technologies, adhering to international quality standards. As part of finalizing preparations for the opening of a new company to launch new medical products, the AOI's unwavering commitment to expansion, growth, and enhancing its manufacturing capabilities is clearly demonstrated. This commitment reinforces its position as a leading national industrial body striving to create genuine added value for the national economy. In this context, Major General Eng. Mokhtar Abdellatif, Chairman of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI), witnessed the ceremony in which the Arab-African Company for Medical Industries (Orthopedic Surgical Supplies Factory) received the ISO 13485:2016 international certification from TÜV NORD. The certification, awarded by the certifying company, covers the design, development, production, marketing, distribution, and contract manufacturing of finished and semi-finished sterile and non-sterile orthopedic surgical supplies (including plates, screws, and artificial knee joints), as well as surgical instruments. The certificate was presented by Dr. Tarsi Gianoli , Vice President of TÜV NORD Hellas, in the presence of Mr. Rajiv Anand , CEO of DMG MORI.