Turkish manufacturer bets on Egypt as global fashion supply chains shift

Turkish apparel Şahinler Egypt manufacturer is expanding its Egyptian operations as global retailers diversify sourcing networks beyond Asia, reinforcing Egypt’s emergence as a strategic manufacturing and export hub serving Europe, North America and regional markets.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly this week inaugurated the latest expansion of Şahinler Egypt 2 in New Borg El Arab, Alexandria, adding 32 production lines and a technologically advanced central cutting facility as the company targets exports of approximately $55 million in 2026. The expansion, which covers more than 10,900 square metres with a built-up area exceeding 16,600 square metres, is expected to create around 1,500 direct jobs and 4,500 indirect employment opportunities.

The investment comes as Egypt’s ready-made garments sector records sustained export growth. Apparel exports exceeded $3 billion in 2025, making the industry one of the country’s leading non-oil export earners and a key source of foreign currency revenues.