AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, showcased how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are powering Egypt’s industrial transformation in line with Vision 2030. This came during a full day event hosted by the company on October 1stin New Cairo’s Triumph hotel.

“This event reflects our long-term commitment to Egypt. We believe strongly in this market and the Egyptian talent. That is why we are localizing our technology here, and placing our technical support team on the ground to serve you better,” said Osama Salem, Market Leader, Egypt and North Africa, AVEVA.

AVEVA has signed a cooperation agreement with Egyptian General Petroleum Company (EGPC), “This agreement reflects our dedication to supporting Egypt’s energy sector and ensuring that all companies can access world-class technology at the best value,” he said.

AVEVA has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Enppi Academy to deliver specialized training programs. “This partnership will empower Egypt’s young engineers with the skills needed to succeed in a digital future,” he added.

Nayef Bou Chaaya, Vice President for the Middle East and Africa at AVEVA, shed light on the company’s growing footprint in Egypt and the wider region, underscoring its commitment to partnerships, talent development, and digital innovation.

Bou Chaaya noted that Egypt’s energy sector is increasingly adopting AVEVA’s digital twin and AI-powered solutions, with companies such as Enppi, PETROJET, EGPC, and Khalda Petroleum already deploying the technology. “Enppi, for example, uses AVEVA’s digital twin solutions to deliver projects faster and more efficiently.” he explained.

The company is also advancing its collaboration with Petroleum Marine Services (PMS), with the latter having applied AVEVA’s digital twin technology on one of its vessels. “The pilot was successful, and we are now extending it to additional ships to fully digitalize their operations,” Bou Chaaya said.

He added that AVEVA also engages with Egyptian universities, offering its software free of charge to students in their third, fourth, or fifth year of study. The aim, he said, is to equip young engineers with hands-on experience in advanced technologies and help them graduate with a competitive edge for the local job market. “This is one of our universities programs in both public and private {educational institutions},” Bou Chaaya noted.

On the mining sector, Bou Chaaya noted that AVEVA is expanding its focus in Egypt after participating in its mining conferences.

“The mining business in South Africa and Turkey is very strong, and we already have many applications running there. What we are seeing in Egypt is promising, and we have started to prioritize the mining business here,” he said.

The event brought together senior executives, government representatives, and industry experts to explore how digital innovation is reshaping the energy sector and wider industries from capital project delivery to sustainability and predictive analytics.

Opening the day, Osama Salem Leader Egypt & North Africa – AVEVA, followed by Yehya Osama Corporate Account Manager Egypt & North Africa – AVEVA, they gave an overview of the company’s portfolio over 20 countries, providing high-tech solutions in major sectors including mining, marine, energy, power, construction sectors.

Abdullah Almontasheri, O&G Industry Principal at AVEVA, discussed how AI-powered digital twins are enabling operational excellence and supporting the energy transition.

Karim Solyman, General Manager of Decision Support Systems at the Ministry of Petroleum, gave a presentation on the mishutdowns Executive Control Centers ECC and value chain optimization.

ECC is a new, state-of-the-art facility for Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources. It is being established at the ministry’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital to provide real-time data visualization and operational management for the oil and gas sector.

The center is Equipped with cutting-edge technology, including 25 meters long high resolution wall screen, it connects holding companies, affiliated companies, resolution video wall, said Solyman.

The event saw presentations by representatives of different oil and gas, and energy companies including Enppi, ElSewedy Electric Power System Project (PSP) and SIDPEC.