Sherif El-Sayad, Chairperson of the Engineering Export Council, attributed the strong performance to an expanding exporter base, improved global competitiveness of Egyptian engineering products, and a strategic shift towards higher value-added industries. Engineering exports rose from $2.29bn in 2020 to $3.497bn in 2021, $3.841bn in 2022, $4.625bn in 2023, and $5.73bn in 2024, before reaching $6.482bn in 2025. Automotive components surpassed the $1bn mark, while electrical industries recorded exports of $643.2m and transport equipment reached $267.5m, highlighting the sector’s diversified export base. Markets and geographic spreadEurope remained the largest regional destination for Egyptian engineering exports in 2025, absorbing nearly $3bn, up 16% year on year. Outlook and 2026 roadmapLooking ahead, the Engineering Export Council is targeting exports of $7.5bn in 2026, aiming for sustainable annual growth of around 15%.

Source: Daily News Egypt February 02, 2026 15:04 UTC