In celebration of five decades of successful operations in Egypt, SKF, the global leader in bearing technologies and industrial solutions, hosted an exclusive event under the title “Heavy Industries Day”. The occasion reaffirmed the company’s unwavering commitment to advancing national industrial capabilities, particularly across the steel, cement, and paper sectors, pillars of Egypt’s heavy industry landscape.
The event convened a distinguished audience, including H.E. Dag Juhlin-Dannfelt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Egypt, alongside prominent figures from Egypt’s industrial and investment community, senior executives of leading local and international companies operating in heavy production sectors.
In his opening speech, the Swedish Ambassador highlighted the depth of bilateral relations between Sweden and Egypt across various fields, noting that SKF has played a pivotal role in supporting and advancing Egypt’s heavy industries through the provision of advanced technologies and investment in local talent.
“Sweden reaffirms its commitment to strengthening economic and industrial cooperation with Egypt, in light of the growing role of Swedish companies in supporting Egypt’s Vision 2030, particularly in the areas of sustainability, innovation, and knowledge transfer. We firmly believe that the future holds promising opportunities for deeper collaboration, and we look forward to continuing our work with our Egyptian partners to help build a green, resilient economy founded on innovation and inclusivity”, he added.
Throughout the event, SKF presented its most innovative and comprehensive suite of industrial solutions that have played a pivotal role in enhancing the operational efficiency and resilience of Egypt’s manufacturing infrastructure. Key highlights included the company’s intelligent bearing systems, designed to reduce unplanned downtimes and optimize asset performance, as well as predictive maintenance services powered by advanced vibration analysis and remote sensing technologies, enabling continuous production and improved reliability.
“SKF has been a key enabler of growth across Egypt’s most critical industrial sectors. Egypt represents one of the most dynamic and strategically significant markets for SKF in the region, driven by sustained industrial and economic momentum. Our commitment to our clients goes far beyond providing premium products; it encompasses delivering integrated solutions and advanced services that align with their evolving needs and empower them to achieve their operational and productivity goals. As we look to the future, we remain committed to strengthening strategic partnerships and contributing to Egypt’s broader industrial development objectives through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.” Stated Khaled El Dessouky, General Manager of SKF Egypt.
During the event, SKF spotlighted its advanced centralized lubrication systems, which offer precise control over lubrication cycles, reduce energy consumption, and promote sustainable plant operations. The company further emphasized the strategic importance of workforce development, outlining its capacity-building programs and technical support services aimed at upskilling engineers and technicians across Egypt’s major industrial facilities. These programs are designed to elevate technical competencies and enable adoption of the latest maintenance and operational standards.
In addition, SKF showcased its contributions to large-scale industrial expansion projects across various strategic sectors. These include delivering specialized solutions engineered to endure the harsh conditions of the steel industry, optimizing rotary kiln and mill performance in cement manufacturing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies that enhance production speeds and minimize friction within the paper industry, ultimately driving productivity and reducing operating costs.
