ELAB at EGYPES 2026: Strengthening Integration and Expanding Global Partnerships
Under the sponsorship and guidance of ECHEM, and within the framework of the vision of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Egyptian Linear Alkyl Benzene Company (ELAB) participated in EGYPES 2026, reflecting the company’s commitment to keeping pace with the Ministry’s objectives of enhancing integration and cooperation among sister companies within the petroleum and petrochemicals sector, while strengthening communication with leading international companies and industry partners.
As one of the region’s most influential energy events, EGYPES plays a vital role in bringing together industry leaders, international companies, and key stakeholders to exchange expertise, explore investment opportunities, and strengthen strategic partnerships. ELAB’s participation highlighted its active role as a representative of the petrochemicals sector under the sponsorship of ECHEM and the umbrella of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources.
A key highlight of the exhibition was the recognition of Dr. Eng. Ayman El Garrem, Chairman of ELAB, by Eng. Alaa Eldin Abdel Fattah, Chairman of ECHEM, in appreciation of ELAB’s remarkable achievement in significantly increasing production rates.
On the sidelines of the exhibition, ELAB held several productive meetings with sister companies and success partners, including UOP, where negotiations were initiated for a major agreement considered one of the most important steps toward plant expansion and increasing production capacity.
Moreover, ELAB demonstrated a distinguished and effective presence through communication with various suppliers of feedstock materials and spare parts, while also studying global market needs and trends for Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB), supporting future expansion plans and sustainable production growth.
Under the patronage of the Egyptian Petrochemicals Holding Company, The Egyptian Linear Alkyl Benzene Company (ELAB) has organized an Operational and Process Safety program as part of the company’s commitment to strengthening occupational safety and health systems, in line with the petroleum sector’s direction toward reinforcing operational safety concepts and enhancing workplace performance efficiency.
This course comes in alignment with the policy of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and reflects the ministry’s emphasis on the fifth pillar of its strategy, which focuses on enhancing occupational safety and health, sustainability, energy efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions, thereby demonstrating the sector’s commitment to applying the highest safety standards and achieving environmental and operational sustainability.
Dr. Eng. Ayman El-Garem, Chairman of ELAB, emphasized the importance of investing in human capital through specialized training programs, considering them one of the key pillars for supporting a safe work environment and promoting awareness of operational safety concepts and risk prevention measures. This contributes to safeguarding employees and assets while ensuring the continuity and efficiency of operational processes.
The course covered a number of technical and practical topics related to operational and process safety, risk management, accident prevention mechanisms, and a review of international best practices in this field, supporting the company’s objectives of operational excellence and sustainability.
ELAB reaffirmed its commitment to continuing the implementation of specialized training programs that contribute to embedding a culture of safety as a shared responsibility and a fundamental priority, in alignment with the strategy of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and the state’s vision toward a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable future.
On August 21, 2025, Engineer Karim Badawy, the Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, visited ELAB to inaugurate the new HAB LAB Conversion Unit. Accompanied by Chemist Alaa El-Din Abdel Fattah, the company’s Chairman and Managing Director, he emphasized the importance of safety in the workplace and praised the team's efficiency in executing vital projects.
The minister highlighted that the new project enhances local industry, meets market needs, and reduces imports. He acknowledged ELAB's role in boosting exports and supporting the government’s strategy for economic growth in the petrochemical sector. He expressed full support for ongoing projects that create jobs and increase foreign currency revenues, concluding with appreciation for the employees' dedication.
In a scene reflecting a high level of national awareness and genuine spirit of belonging, ELAB employees flocked to polling stations across various governorates to cast their votes in the 2025 Senate elections on Monday, July 4, 2025, and Tuesday, July 5, 2025. This active participation embodies the employees' recognition of the importance of political engagement in supporting state institutions and continuing the journey of stability and development that Egypt is experiencing across various sectors, particularly in the oil sector.
The employees affirmed that their participation stems from a profound belief in national responsibility and a commitment to preserving the achievements and progress made in recent years, especially in light of the significant advancements in the Egyptian oil sector. The involvement of ELAB employees in this constitutional duty clearly reflects the directives of political leadership regarding the importance of conscious engagement in the democratic process and active contribution to building a better future for the nation.
ELAB, recently participated as an exhibitor at the EGYPS 2025 conference held in Cairo, Egypt from February 17-19, 2025. The three-day event brought together industry professionals from around the world to showcase the latest advancements in the oil, gas, and energy sectors. ELAB leveraged this platform to demonstrate its cutting-edge products and services, which are designed to optimize asset performance and drive operational efficiency. The successful participation has further strengthened ELAB's position as a trusted partner in the global energy industry.
"In the context of the social responsibility strategy for the petroleum sector and the close cooperation between the petroleum sector and civil society organizations to support Egyptian society, the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is committed to developing the areas where sector companies operate."
