Egypt is reinforcing its position as a global textile exporter with a new $10 million ready-made garment factory, backed by Chinese investment, in the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone). 


The project, led by Jiangsu Guotai, a major Chinese textile and garment company, will focus entirely on exports, primarily to European and American markets.

The factory, spanning 21,000 square meters in the Qantara West Industrial Zone, is set to generate 2,000 direct jobs, contributing to Egypt’s economic growth and industrial expansion. 

It is part of a broader strategy to attract foreign direct investment into the SCZone, which has become a key hub for manufacturing and trade due to its strategic location and modern infrastructure.

SCZone Chairman Walid Gamal El-Din highlighted that Qantara West has secured 15 usufruct agreements, amounting to $490 million in total investments and covering 1.031 million square meters. These projects are expected to create more than 20,000 jobs, further positioning the region as an industrial powerhouse.

With 80% of the factory’s output designated for international markets, the development is expected to boost activity at West Port Said Port, a crucial Mediterranean gateway. The port is anticipated to handle increased exports as Qantara West’s industrial projects come online.

In line with its expansion strategy, SCZone has recently initiated construction on five additional projects, with the first two factories in Qantara West set to open in the second half of 2025. This marks a major milestone in Egypt’s efforts to solidify its role in the global textile supply chain.