Egypt opens first global-standard slaughterhouse with biogas unit in Qalyubia

Egypt inaugurated its first slaughterhouse built to international standards on Thursday, featuring a biogas unit that converts waste into organic fertiliser and reusable energy, the ministry of local development said Thursday. The project, located in Kafr Shukr, Qalyubia, cost 45 million Egyptian pounds and was funded by the Ministry of Local Development and Environment.

The upgraded semi-automated facility was opened by Minister of Local Development and Environment Manal Awad, Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk, and Qalyubia Governor Ayman Attia. The development is part of a nationwide plan to modernise government slaughterhouses and ensure safe, hygienic meat for citizens.

The slaughterhouse occupies 2,000 square metres and includes advanced fire and safety systems, a 1,000-cubic-metre water tank, refrigeration facilities, and administrative buildings. It has a slaughtering capacity of 20 animals per hour and incorporates stainless steel suspension lines, a rotary slaughter unit, and a biogas production system to process waste.

“The project reflects our commitment to safe food production, environmental sustainability, and green economy initiatives,” Minister Awad said. She noted that 32 upgraded slaughterhouses have already been delivered, with 11 more set to become operational this month. The ministry is also seeking private sector investment to further develop the facilities nationwide.

Minister Farouk said the facility will help regulate meat distribution, improve food security, and maintain fair prices. Governor Attia described the slaughterhouse as a fully integrated system powered by solar energy, emphasising its role in job creation and strict regulatory oversight.

The officials added that the governorate is working to obtain export permits for the slaughterhouse’s products to neighboring countries.

Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English