EKH completes the sale of its 63.39% stake in Delta Insurance to Al Wafa Insurance for EGP 3.169 billion ($67 million). The company, set to be renamed Valmore Holding, simultaneously reported a 32% YoY rise in H1 2025 revenues.
Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, met with Claudio Descalzi, CEO of Eni, during his participation in the ADIPEC Exhibition and Conference 2025 in Abu Dhabi to accelerate the company’s exploration and production plans in the Mediterranean. The Minister also met Clay Neff, President of Chevron International Exploration and Production to explore opportunities for expanding the company’s investments.
The South Valley Egyptian Holding Petroleum Company (Ganope) has completed a geological field expedition in the southern Gulf of Suez and Red Sea region to deepen understanding of the basins, supporting the planned international exploration bid round in the Red Sea. This initiative aligns with the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources’ (MoPMR) strategy to attract new investments in untapped oil and gas exploration areas.
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Karim Badawi, made a surprise visit early this morning to the headquarters of Rashid Petroleum Company (Rashpetco) and Burullus Gas Company in Cairo, as part of the Minister’s regular inspection tours to petroleum sector companies. The visit aimed to follow up on the company's progress and work plans. It also ensured direct communication with executive leaders and work teams as the minister sat to listen to their views, suggestions, and challenges.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR) has carried out the main annual marine drill for oil spills in the Mediterranean Sea at El-Hamra Petroleum Port, New Alamein. The operation aims to test the effectiveness of emergency plans for dealing with marine oil pollution incidents. It assesses the speed of response and coordination among the concerned bodies, and ensures the readiness of personnel and equipment to handle the situation, said the Ministry.
Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, met with Axel Wabenhorst, Ambassador of Australia to Cairo to discuss investment cooperation opportunities between Egypt and Australia in the mining sector, as well as in the energy and natural gas domains.
Qalaa Holdings, a leader in energy and infrastructure, reported consolidated revenues of EGP 37.2 billion for the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, remaining stable compared to EGP 37.6 billion in the same period last year.
Abu Qir Fertilizers and Chemical Industries Company generated EGP 3.91 billion in revenues for the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal year (FY) 2025/2026, according to its unaudited statement disclosed to the Egyptian Stock Exchange. This marked an 8% increase compared to the same period last year, which amounted to EGP 3.62 billion.
Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, conducted a field visit to follow up on the commencement of seismic survey operations in the southern Western Desert, west of Assiut. The seismic survey, launched by Ganoub El Wadi Petroleum Holding Company (Ganope) in cooperation with Saudi Ardiseis, uses modern technology to collect data on oil and gas reservoirs. The survey covers vast areas exceeding 100,000 square kilometers, representing nearly 10% of Egypt’s total area.
The Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Karim Badawi met with a group of young and middle management professionals from across the petroleum and mineral resources sector, to support young talents and maintain continuous engagement with employees through open discussions that strengthen teamwork.
