PM Madbouly tours Mahalla’s Spinning, Weaving factories to boost textile production

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly visited Mahalla al-Kubra on Saturday to inspect the Misr Spinning and Weaving Company, part of the Cotton, Spinning, Weaving, and Ready-Made Garments Holding Company under the Ministry of Public Enterprise Sector. The visit underscored the government’s commitment to revitalizing Egypt’s textile industry.

“Mahalla al-Kubra is a key industrial city and one of Egypt’s major hubs for spinning and textiles, renowned globally for its exceptional quality over the years,” Madbouly said. “This industry maximizes the use of Egypt’s resources and significantly bolsters the national economy, especially as it is labor-intensive.”

Minister of Public Enterprise Sector Mohamed El-Shimy outlined the ambitious national project to transform the spinning and weaving industry. The initiative aims to quintuple yarn production capacity to 130,000 tonnes annually and increase textile production eightfold to 198 million meters per year. Additionally, it targets expanding textile production from 1,200 tonnes to 115,000 tonnes annually and clothing production to 40 million pieces.

The development involves upgrading factories, modernizing equipment, and training workers to handle advanced technology. The project also seeks to restore Egypt’s global leadership in spinning and weaving while enhancing the competitiveness of national products in international markets.

The Misr Spinning and Weaving Company in Mahalla al-Kubra plays a central role, accounting for approximately 45% of the project’s investments. This includes constructing five new factories and modernizing three existing ones. Minister El-Shimy emphasized the ongoing monitoring of the project’s progress, including construction, equipment procurement from leading global manufacturers, and worker training.