Egypt's Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Dr. Mahmoud Essmat, has reviewed the work plans for South and North Sinai governorates, focusing on the development and modernization of the national electricity grid. This comes as part of the state's sustainable development plan and the implementation of various projects in Sinai. The minister emphasized that the Ministry of Electricity is working on a comprehensive set of projects to develop the electricity infrastructure in Sinai.
Dr. Essmat stated that the electricity sector in Sinai has witnessed a significant leap, with investments amounting to approximately 57 billion pounds. These investments have contributed to the development of the electricity transmission and distribution networks, improving their efficiency and ability to absorb new loads and capacities. The ministry has implemented a number of projects, including the construction of 29 substations, with work underway to complete a new substation.
The Egyptian Ministry of Electricity, through the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company, has established a network of high-voltage transmission lines, overhead lines, and underground cables to connect substations and load centers in new development areas. Since July 2025, the ministry has completed the implementation of a number of overhead lines, with a total length of 3,000 km on extra-high voltage and 1,150 km on high voltage.
The development of the electricity grid in Sinai aims to support the state's efforts to promote sustainable development and implement various projects in the region. The minister highlighted the importance of upgrading the electricity network and transforming it from a traditional network to a smart grid. This transformation is expected to improve the efficiency and reliability of the electricity supply.
Dr. Essmat emphasized that the Ministry of Electricity is committed to providing a stable and continuous electricity supply to all projects under implementation, meeting the increasing electricity demands in various sectors, and improving the quality of service provided to citizens. The minister also stressed the importance of monitoring the progress of work and implementing plans to develop and improve performance.
The development of the national electricity grid in Sinai is part of the state's efforts to promote economic growth and development in the region. The project aims to provide a reliable and efficient electricity supply, supporting the implementation of various projects in the fields of tourism, industry, agriculture, and urban development.
The Egyptian government has prioritized the development of the electricity sector, recognizing its importance as a fundamental component of the country's infrastructure. The Ministry of Electricity is working to implement a comprehensive plan to develop the electricity sector, including the upgrade of the national grid and the promotion of renewable energy sources.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has invested 57 billion pounds in the development of Sinai's national electricity grid.
- The project aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of the electricity supply in Sinai.
- The development of the national electricity grid in Sinai supports the state's efforts to promote sustainable development and economic growth in the region.
