Egypt is ramping up efforts to stabilize its electricity supply during the demanding summer months by importing 21 shipments of liquefied natural gas (LNG), announced Hamdy Abdel Aziz, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Petroleum. This initiative follows directives from Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly to find urgent solutions to the ongoing power shortages.
In recent television statements, Abdel Aziz revealed that the decision was made after several meetings between the Ministry of Electricity and national companies to revise the electric load shedding plan. A shipment of LNG has already arrived in Egypt, with subsequent deliveries scheduled intermittently throughout the remaining summer months.
“The arrival of these LNG shipments will ensure we have adequate gas supplies to prevent power outages during the summer,” Abdel Aziz stated. He emphasized the strategic importance of these imports in addressing the electricity crisis that has gripped the nation.
Additionally, some fertilizer factories had temporarily ceased operations due to gas shortages. However, with the new gas imports, these facilities are expected to resume production. “Sidi Kerir factories have already restarted operations today,” Abdel Aziz noted, highlighting the critical balance between maintaining energy supplies for industrial and residential use.
The Ministry of Electricity is also set to increase gas supplies to fertilizer plants significantly following the arrival of these international shipments. This move is part of a broader strategy to bolster Egypt’s energy security and industrial productivity during peak consumption periods.
This proactive approach by the Egyptian government aims not only to curb the immediate challenges posed by electricity shortages but also to sustain industrial growth and stability in the face of escalating energy demands.
