The Egyptian Swiss Group for Pasta, Milling and Concentrates showcased Egypt’s investment opportunities in the grain and milling sector during the IDMA International Grain and Milling Technologies Exhibition and Forum held in Istanbul, representing Egypt’s private sector while highlighting the country's industrial capabilities and export potential across regional and global markets
Eng. Ahmed El-Sebaie, General Manager of the Egyptian Swiss Group for Pasta, Milling and Concentrates, said the company’s participation reflects Egypt’s growing position as a promising investment destination for the food manufacturing industry, particularly in grain milling, pasta production, animal feed, and integrated agri-food value chains
Held at the Istanbul Expo Center from June 25–27, the IDMA Forum is recognized as one of the world's leading platforms for grain processing technologies, bringing together manufacturers, technology providers, investors, and policymakers to showcase innovations in milling equipment, grain storage, feed production, rice and pulse processing, automation, and digital transformation
El-Sebaie noted that Egyptian Swiss participated in one of the forum’s flagship panel discussions as part of its strategy to strengthen the international presence of Egypt’s private sector and expand cooperation with global companies, technology providers, suppliers, and industry experts, while facilitating technology transfer and industrial partnerships
During the panel discussion titled "Global Grain Trade: Trends, Risks and Opportunities," El-Sebaie discussed recent developments in global wheat, corn, and soybean markets, highlighting supply chain challenges, price volatility, international trade policies, and emerging business opportunities for companies operating in the grain industry
He emphasized that the grain and milling industry has become a strategic pillar of food security, driven by ongoing disruptions in global supply chains, the increasing importance of strategic grain storage, diversified sourcing strategies, and investments in domestic processing capabilities
According to El-Sebaie, Egypt offers a highly competitive investment environment supported by its large domestic market, steady population growth, strategic location connecting the Middle East and Africa, and significant improvements in infrastructure, industrial zones, and logistics networks
He added that investment opportunities extend well beyond conventional flour milling to include grain storage, silo development, grain trading, packaging, feed manufacturing, pasta production, and value-added food processing for both domestic consumption and export markets
El-Sebaie stressed that rising global demand for premium food products requires continuous investment in advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency, minimize production losses, enhance product quality, and strengthen competitiveness in international markets
He also noted that the participation of Turkish government officials and senior policymakers added significant value to the forum by facilitating dialogue between the public and private sectors on industry priorities, investment opportunities, and strategies to support expansion into regional and global markets
Looking ahead, El-Sebaie said technological innovation will play an increasingly important role in the future of the grain and milling industry, particularly in automation, production management, quality control systems, and artificial intelligence applications, making investments in efficiency, quality, and sustainability essential for long-term competitiveness
He concluded that Egyptian Swiss’s participation at the IDMA Global Forum underscores the strength of Egypt’s food manufacturing sector and reinforces the country’s ability to attract new investments in one of the most strategic industries supporting food security, exports, and sustainable industrial growth