Alexandria for Industrial Development (A.I.D), an established company formed in partnership betweenAlex Steela member ofAlex GroupandCatalyst Capital Egypt Fund (CCE).This strategic collaboration aims to advance sustainable development in Egypt and attract foreign investments through the development of turnkey projects within the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone).
As the majority partner, Alex Steel brings over 30 years of expertise in the development of turnkey factories and will oversee the day-to-day operations of AID, ensuring the highest standards are met and delivering world-class projects to foreign investors.
CCE is committed to driving positive change and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its investments. Its investment in A.I.D underscores CCE’s commitment to supporting innovative projects that have the potential to drive economic growth and enhance sustainability in Egypt.
This collaboration leverages the strengths and experience of both Alex Steel and CCE to create a platform that will attract global investments, generate employment opportunities, and contribute to the economic revitalization of Egypt.
A.I.D
Our Mission & Vision
Mission
We are dedicated to developing turnkey projects within the Suez Canal Economic Zone that not only meet the needs of foreign investors but also contribute to the economic revitalization of Egypt. By leveraging our expertise and strategic collaborations, we aim to create employment opportunities, drive positive change, and advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring a prosperous and sustainable future for our country.
Vision
To be a leading force in promoting sustainable industrial development in Egypt, attracting global investments, and driving economic growth while adhering to the highest standards of excellence and sustainability.
About Alex Group
A family business starting in 1959 in steel trading, deeply rooted in Alexandria’s heritage as not only Egypt’s main ports for trade, but also harbouring one of the country’s main manufacturing hubs.
Currently in its 4th generation of ownership, Alex Group has become one of Egypt’s largest steel fabricators, with production capacity of up-to 25,000 tons per year. Cold formed steel sections and Sandwich Panels complete our comprehensive portfolio of products.
The portfolio of products and services in addition to our expertise make Alex Group trusted partner for all types of industrial projects.
Alex Steel established in 1991, as part of Alex Group operating in the steel industry. Alex Steel is one of the Middle East’s leading companies in the field of structural steel design, engineering, fabrication, painting and erection of all types of structural steel projects. It aims to provide customers a complete integrated solution including erection & construction services.
Catalyst Capital Egypt Fund (CCE), is the 1st impact investing fund in Egypt & the Middle East, which invests in fast-growing small & medium enterprises (SMEs).
Focused on developing SMEs in Egypt, Catalyst Private Equity (CPE) acts as a ‘catalytic agent’ for growing businesses, simultaneously fostering and monitoring expansion to ensure a sustainable future for its partners and for the economy. CPE is a fully owned subsidiary of Catalyst Partners Holding, a merchant bank with services of Investment Banking, Alternative Investments, Fund Services, Custody, Insurance Brokerage, and Non-Banking Financial Services.