Elsewedy Electric for Electrical Products, a subsidiary of ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC (EE), has secured a landmark contract with the Orascom-Colas Rail joint venture to supply Dry Distribution Transformers for Cairo Metro Line 4. This achievement is a major milestone, marking the first use of locally manufactured transformers in metro infrastructure since the 1980s, ending decades of reliance on international suppliers.
This recent award underscores Elsewedy Electric for Electrical Products’ commitment to delivering distribution transformers that meet premium international quality and safety standards. Featuring advanced safety, noise reduction, and enhanced energy efficiency, these transformers also require less maintenance than traditional oil-immersed models. Through this collaboration, Elsewedy Electric for Electrical Products is helping to build a more sustainable, reliable, and efficient power distribution system, strengthening the metro’s infrastructure for years to come.
Amr Ali, Sales General Manager Elsewedy Electric for Electrical Products stated: “We’re thrilled to contribute to this iconic project, which aligns seamlessly with our endeavors to play a vital role in advancing Egypt’s infrastructure. Our locally manufactured products, crafted to stringent international standards in our state-of-the-art facilities, will enhance the performance and longevity of Cairo Metro Line 4.”
He added, “By offering locally produced products that compete with imported alternatives in quality and price, we reinforce our mission to localize the electrical industry, generate direct and indirect jobs, and strengthen the national economy. Supplying Cairo’s metro with domestically manufactured transformers for the first time in decades solidifies our market leadership in Egypt and paves the way for further strategic collaborations.”
With this contract, Elsewedy Electric for Electrical Products further propels its ongoing efforts to support national development projects, showcasing the company’s cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and commitment to providing high-quality solutions that enhance its influence on local, regional, and global scales.
