Egypt’s PM backs push to expand natural gas vehicle programme

Egypt’s Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to expanding the conversion of vehicles to run on natural gas, a key initiative under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s directives to promote cleaner energy.

According to a Cabinet statement on Monday, Prime Minister Madbouly said the programme is a priority for the government, describing it as an important step towards reducing emissions, increasing reliance on renewable energy sources, and meeting environmental standards.

The plan aims to convert around 220,000 vehicles between fiscal years 2025/26 and 2027/28, with the first year targeting 50,000 vehicles, according to a Cabinet spokesperson.

The prime minister stressed the cost-saving benefits for vehicle owners, noting that switching to natural gas could save users at least 2,270 Egyptian pounds per month. He called for the development of financial and procedural incentives to encourage participation in the programme.

Prime Minister Madbouly also urged wider adoption of natural gas infrastructure at fuel stations to support the rollout and called for easing private sector involvement in building and operating fuelling stations as part of the government’s broader strategy of public-private cooperation.

The shift to natural gas forms part of Egypt’s wider environmental and energy transition strategy, which includes efforts to cut fuel imports, reduce emissions, and develop domestic energy resources.

Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English

Subediting: Y.Yasser