Misr Cement Group collaborates with 4 universities to enhance R & D in industry

Misr Cement Group has recently signed joint co-operation agreements with 4 public universities, particularly the faculties of science and engineering. These endeavours aim to make way for knowledge exchange, as well as synergise young researchers’ academics with the hands-on experiences of the cement industry’s personnel. The aforementioned universities are: Minya University, Luxor University, South Valley University, and Assiut University (Faculty of Engineering).

This elaborate initiative aligns with Misr Cement Group’s eagerness to fulfill its social responsibility; together with expanding in activities that support the business ecosystem. The group aims to create a shared value with the scientific and civil communities, via a structured CSR strategy, that is befitting of an industry as vital and enormous as the Egyptian cement industry.

Marking this occasion, Gen. Sayyed Abdel Fattah Harhour – Chairman of the Misr Cement-Qena, made a statement: “Through joining efforts and exchanging expertise with Egyptian esteemed universities, Misr Cement Group hopes to empower the domestic scientific research & development scene. This co-operation should also enrich the different parties’ knowledge of the latest updates worldwide; not to mention highlighting the cement market’s requirements.”

Eng. Tarek Talaat, Managing Director of Misr Cement-Qena also gave comment: Misr Cement Group is keen on giving back to the community. We do so by supporting vocational education and attempting to reduce the gap between academia and corporate. Our strategy is based on making a positive impact on the industry’s ecosystem.” He added: “Nevertheless, Misr Cement Group’s contribution is not limited to providing financial support. It further includes dedicating the efforts and knowledge transfer of our qualified staff.

We hope that together we will be able to contribute to the advancement of the educational process; while giving special attention to insolvent students. Additionally, we plan to provide scholars as well as technical & research calibers with internship opportunities; within institutions affiliated to the group and the designated universities.”