Salah Abdel Kerim, CEO of the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC), conducted a field visit to the Alexandria Petroleum Company (APC) and Middle East Oil Refinery (MIDOR) to review progress on asset optimization and operational efficiency projects, according to a statement by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR)

The visit follows directives from Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi to accelerate the modernization of refinery assets across the sector. During the tour of APC, Abdel Kerim inspected the boiler rehabilitation project, a national initiative managed by a specialized team from the Cairo Oil Refining Company (CORC).

The project aims to enhance refining efficiency while adhering to stringent safety and operational standards. Abdel Kerim underscored that  MoPMR’s strategy prioritizes institutional development and optimal asset utilization.

Furthermore, he stressed that strict operational procedures are essential to ensure plant safety and protect the workforce. During a coordination meeting with EGPC vice presidents and heads of APC and CORC, Abdel Kerim addressed challenges facing current rehabilitation efforts.

At the MIDOR refinery, Abdel Kerim followed up on planned comprehensive maintenance works designed to restore full operational capacity. The tour included visiting the main control room and meetings with Petromaint teams executing the maintenance program.

Moreover, he highlighted MIDOR’s role as one of Egypt’s most advanced refineries, producing high-value petroleum products for the domestic market. Ongoing expansions and maintenance are expected to enable the refinery to operate at its full capacity of 170,000 barrels per day (bbl/d), strengthening national fuel security and maximizing value addition to crude oil.

The MoPMR is currently implementing a sector-wide modernization program aimed at enhancing asset utilization and safety. Through rehabilitation, maintenance, and capacity expansion at key facilities, the program aims to secure local fuel supplies and maximize returns from both domestic and imported crude oil.