Jotun Egypt is celebrating 40 years of manufacturing and investment in the Egyptian market, marking four decades of contribution to the country’s industrial development through local production, technology transfer and the development of local technical capabilities. The milestone coincides with Jotun Group’s 100th anniversary globally.
Since entering the Egyptian market in 1986, Jotun has expanded its operations to employ more than 500 people, bringing its global expertise in paints and coatings to residential, industrial and infrastructure projects across the country.
As part of the celebrations, Jotun Egypt welcomed a group of media representatives to its factory in 10th of Ramadan City. The visit was led by Ibrahim Alshami, Managing Director of Jotun Egypt, alongside Morten Fon, President and CEO of Jotun Group.
Morten Fon said that Jotun’s global growth over the past century has been driven by its strong presence in local markets and its long-term partnerships across different regions.
He highlighted Egypt’s strategic importance within the group’s regional operations, given the country’s economic scale, industrial base and position as a key market connecting Africa and the Middle East.
Fon added that Jotun’s 40-year presence in Egypt reflects its long-term confidence in the market and commitment to investing in local manufacturing, strengthening its capabilities and bringing global expertise closer to customers. He also pointed to the significant opportunities ahead for Egypt.
Ibrahim Alshami said that Jotun has established a strong presence in Egypt over the past four decades, expanding its operations and contribution across multiple sectors.
He explained that the company serves a diverse range of industries through its decorative, protective and marine coatings businesses, combining global expertise with local capabilities. He added that Jotun will continue focusing on strengthening its market presence, expanding its capabilities and supporting the growth of the Egyptian market.
Local Manufacturing and Expanded Production Capabilities
Jotun Egypt’s focus on domestic production and specialist skills supports the ambitions of Egypt’s 2030 Industrial Strategy. Local manufacturing helps reduce reliance on imports, shorten lead times and improve supply reliability for contractors and developers working on projects across the country.
The company’s factory, located in the Zona Franca industrial zone in 10th of Ramadan City, occupies a 94,000-square-metre site and serves the decorative, protective and marine coatings sectors.
Jotun Egypt also operates a nationwide network of more than 600 Jotun Multicolor Centres, connecting the company with customers across the country.
As part of its efforts to strengthen local manufacturing, Jotun Egypt has introduced domestic production of SteelMaster, its passive fire protection coating for structural steel. The product is supported by technical guidance and engineering expertise to help customers meet fire protection requirements for buildings and infrastructure.
Jotun Contributes to Major Transport and Urban Development Projects
Jotun Egypt’s long-standing commitment to the local market is reflected in its contribution to major transport and urban development projects, including the New Monorail, Light Rail Transit (LRT), new metro lines, the Central Business District in the New Administrative Capital and the New Parliament.
The company’s local project portfolio also includes cultural, hospitality and residential developments such as the Grand Egyptian Museum, El Fattah El Aleem Mosque, Presidential Palaces and Cataract Aswan.
These milestones reflect Jotun’s continued commitment to quality, innovation and long-term partnerships. Looking ahead, Jotun Egypt aims to further strengthen its local manufacturing capabilities, expand its market presence and deliver lasting value to customers, partners and the communities it serves.
