Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, carried out an inspection tour of El Alamein International Airport, accompanied by Captain Wael El-Nashar, Chairman of the Egyptian Airports Company, in light of rising operating rates and growing numbers of tourists and visitors from around the world, and coinciding with the launch of the New Alamein Festival 2025.
The tour included inspecting the departure and arrival halls, passenger processing areas and ground services sites, as well as following up on work in the operations and control rooms and the banking, customs and passports area. El-Hefny directed that the readiness of work teams be raised and all procedures facilitated to ensure distinguished services, stressing the importance of providing a refined, high-quality travel experience that reflects Egypt's status as a global tourist destination.
The Minister of Civil Aviation affirmed that El Alamein International Airport is one of the main pillars supporting the state's plan to develop the North West Coast, as it serves New Alamein City and the North Coast region and contributes effectively to boosting air and tourist traffic, explaining that the political leadership attaches great importance to developing the airport so that it integrates with the comprehensive development plan and attracts more local and foreign investment to the region, as one of the major development projects Egypt is currently witnessing.
El-Hefny noted that the New Alamein Festival 2025 events, which include a range of cultural, artistic and entertainment activities, help boost tourist demand and consolidate the city's position as one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Middle East, praising the efforts made by all airport staff and the continuous coordination between the relevant authorities to ensure smooth traffic and achieve the highest rates of operational efficiency, reflecting Egypt's civilized image to its guests.
