EGYPES 2025 cements its role as a catalyst for energy transformation

The historic 8th edition of the Egypt Energy Show (EGYPES 2025) has successfully concluded, solidifying its status as the definitive energy platform for Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East.

Held under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and backed by the Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, EGYPES 2025 served as the epicentre of strategic dialogue, industry collaboration, and investment-driving innovation.

Commitment to partnerships and innovation 

This year’s landmark edition was inaugurated by His Excellency President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi in the presence of His Excellency President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus and His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al-Saud, Minister of Energy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In his concluding remarks at the closing ceremony of EGYPES 2025, His Excellency Eng. Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, elaborated on the several landmark agreements signed during the Official Presidential Opening Ceremony, which reinforce regional cooperation and commitment to energy efficiency, sustainability, and natural gas development.

EGYPES 2025: landmark agreements at a glance

• A landmark Host Government Agreement was signed for the development of the Cronos Project, reinforcing energy cooperation between Egypt and Cyprus. This agreement advances gas development and energy security in the East Mediterranean.
• A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Aphrodite gas field project, strengthening Egypt and Cyprus’s strategic partnership in natural gas development and energy security.
• A key milestone was the signing of the Executive Plan for Cooperation in Energy Efficiency between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, focusing on enhancing energy efficiency, adopting new technologies, and fostering sustainable development.
• H.R.H Prince Abdulaziz announced five solar and wind energy projects in Egypt, to be developed by Saudi companies including ACWA Power, Alfanar, FAS, and MOWAH. These projects boast a combined capacity of 1.696 gigawatts (GW) and represent an investment of approximately SAR6.2 billion (US$1.65 billion).
• ACWA Power signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company for a 2 GW wind energy project in South Hurghada, with an investment of around SAR8.6 billion – the largest of its kind in Egypt.
• The Saudi-Egypt Electricity Interconnection Project with an investment of SAR6.7 billion, to enable the exchange of up to 3,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity upon the completion of its two phases, marking it as the largest project of its kind in the region.
• Executive plan to bolster energy efficiency cooperation between Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy and Egypt's Ministries of Petroleum & Mineral Resources and Electricity & Renewable Energy. 

The event this year set new records, bringing together Presidents, global Ministers, CEOs, and energy pioneers to shape the future of energy transformation, security, and regional economic growth, and HE Eng. Badawi reflected on three days of high-level key discussions, achievements and deals, and next steps for regional energy cooperation.

HE Eng. Badawi also highlighted the extensive opportunities within Egypt’s energy sector, encompassing oil and gas exploration, conventional energy production, and the advancement of renewable energy sources, including green hydrogen. He emphasised the government's dedication to eliminating barriers for investors and partners, both local and international, to cultivate a conducive environment for mutually advantageous ventures.

EGYPES Energy Awards: recognising industry excellence

The EGYPES 2025 Energy Awards honoured exceptional contributions within the energy sector across four distinguished categories. In the Best Health and Safety Project of the Year category, the winner was Amr Lifescience Egypt, recognised for their Carbolex device, designed to reduce gas emissions and facilitate graphene production.  The Best Breakthrough Project of the Year category saw the LDAR programme win, aimed at monitoring and mitigating fugitive emissions. The Operational Excellence Project of the Year category was awarded to BP, recognised for their LDHI project, which fosters innovation in gas and condensate production in Egypt. Lastly, the Young Energy Professional of the Year was awarded to Malak Manie, HSSEQ and Maintenance Supervisor at TotalEnergies.

Showcasing innovation on a global stage

Across the exhibition halls, leading energy companies continued to showcase breakthrough technologies in hydrogen, carbon capture, AI-driven energy management, and efficiency solutions. With representation from global energy players, startups, and technology providers, the exhibition reinforced EGYPES' role as a hub for industry collaboration, investment, and technological advancement.

With 47,000+ attendees, 500+ exhibitors, and 11 international country pavilions from 120 nations, EGYPES 2025 showcased the latest advances in oil, gas, renewables, and digital transformation. Across seven high-impact conferences, 300+ expert speakers engaged 2,500 delegates, tackling the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities.

As a driving force for energy progress, EGYPES 2025 has reinforced Egypt’s leadership in shaping a pragmatic, secure, and sustainable energy future—fostering strategic partnerships that will define the region’s energy landscape for years to come.

As EGYPES 2025 concludes, its impact resonates far beyond these three days—driving lasting partnerships, transformative agreements, and bold strategies that will shape the future of energy across Egypt and the region.