Coca-Cola HBC opens US$31.5M production line in Egypt
EGYPT – Coca-Cola HBC, the world’s third-largest Coca-Cola anchor bottler by volume, has inaugurated a US$31.5 million production line at its Sadat City factory in Egypt.
The new facility, described as the fastest and most advanced in the Middle East, is among the most efficient within Coca-Cola Hellenic’s global network.
Speaking at the inauguration, Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development, Kamel El-Wazir, highlighted the significance of the new production line, which has a maximum output of 120,000 cans per hour and an annual capacity of 172 million litres.
He noted that the line comprises 95 percent locally sourced components, aligning with Egypt’s Industry and Trade Development Strategy (2024–2030), which aims to boost local production, expand exports, and promote sustainability.
El-Wazir encouraged Coca-Cola HBC to further expand its production capacity, increase exports, and collaborate on workforce development initiatives.
He suggested the potential establishment of a Coca-Cola HBC technological school in Egypt, supporting the country’s goal of increasing exports to US$145 billion by 2030.
Coca-Cola HBC CEO Zoran Bogdanovic praised Egypt’s investment-friendly policies and underscored the importance of the Sadat City factory, which spans 82,000 square meters with an annual production capacity of 720 million litres.
The facility operates partially on solar energy and has created 300 jobs.
Additionally, Bogdanovic announced the opening of a new digital service centre in Egypt, which will serve 27 international markets and generate 450 more jobs.
El-Wazir reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting local manufacturers, including a financing scheme offering 15 percent private sector funding for production line purchases.
He also mentioned an upcoming initiative aimed at assisting exporters and enhancing Egypt’s export capabilities.
Coca-Cola HBC is also expanding its footprint in Africa. In September 2024, the company announced a US$1 billion investment in Nigeria over the next five years.
Bogdanovic stated that Coca-Cola HBC had already invested US$1.5 billion in Nigeria since 2013 to enhance capacity, supply chain infrastructure, and employee training.
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