Egypt has started a major expansion of Arish Port in North Sinai as part of its plan to become a regional hub for transport and logistics. The project includes new berths, breakwaters, cement silos, and a 603‑feddan logistics zone.
Arish is the only Mediterranean port in North Sinai. It is central to the Arish–Taba corridor linking the Mediterranean to the Gulf of Aqaba. The corridor will connect heavy industry in central Sinai with export markets in Europe and Asia.
The first phase of port works is complete with a main breakwater, new quays, and a tourist pier. The second phase is under way with more berths, extended breakwaters, and administrative buildings. Cement silos with a total capacity of 40,000 tons are being built to boost exports of white and grey cement.
A 12‑kilometer rail link will connect the port to the national railway network. This will ease movement of exports and imports across Egypt. The logistics zone will include storage yards, cold warehouses, and administrative offices.
Officials say the project will create jobs, attract investment, and integrate Sinai more deeply into the national economy. The Arish–Taba corridor is one of seven planned logistics corridors across Egypt. Together they will link industrial, agricultural, and mining areas to ports on the Mediterranean and Red Sea.
The plan is part of Egypt’s wider strategy to use its geographic position to strengthen trade. By building ports, railways, and logistics hubs, the country aims to become a regional center for transport, logistics, and transit trade.
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