As part of an inspection
tour of the Knowledge City in the New Administrative Capital, a key hub for
Egypt's industrial and technological development, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime
Minister of Egypt, accompanied by Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications
and Information Technology, visited Siemens' Industry 4.0 Innovation Center,
which is one of the most significant joint projects between the Egyptian
government and Siemens. The center is also considered the first of its kind in
the Middle East.
The Siemens
Industry 4.0 Innovation Center was established under a multilateral
collaboration outlined in a memorandum of understanding signed in April 2021
between Siemens, the Information Technology Industry Development Agency
(ITIDA), and the Industrial Modernization Center (IMC). The center aims to
raise awareness about Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies and their
practical applications in smart factories, promote advanced manufacturing
technologies for local production, and train Egyptian professionals in
automation and digital transformation systems. It also provides essential
support for fostering industrial innovation, designing smart factories, and
transferring knowledge to develop the industrial sector. Additionally, the
center focuses on enhancing environmental sustainability by leveraging technological
applications that help Egypt transition toward net-zero carbon emissions.
The center
comprises of three main components: the Smart Factory Showroom, which aims to
showcase Siemens' latest technologies serving various industrial sectors and
Siemens' digital solutions; the Training Lab for Industry 4.0 Digital
Industries, which offers a range of Siemens-certified training courses in areas
such as automation, digital transformation, and advanced manufacturing
technologies, and provides evaluation and consultancy services for digital
transformation in industry; and finally, the Innovation Lab, which supports small,
medium, and large enterprises in innovating, designing, and testing their
products, production lines, and systems using Siemens software. The lab can
also assist engineering students with their graduation projects by enabling
them to design virtual models and produce prototypes of their ideas.
The latest
Siemens technological solutions are displayed in an innovative showroom that
features various models simulating Industry 4.0 technologies, such as an
artificial intelligence-powered robotic arm, modern production lines, and a 3D
metal forming machine. The showroom also includes models of advanced Siemens
technological solutions aimed at reducing emissions from various manufacturing
processes and simulations of smart water stations using applications to
conserve water resources.
Dr. Amr Talaat,
Minister of Communications and Information Technology, emphasized that the center reflects the Ministry’s
commitment to fostering effective partnerships between the public and private
sectors to support digital innovation and adopt advanced technologies. This
effort enhances the state’s drive toward digital transformation and marks a
significant leap in electronics design and manufacturing. He noted that the
establishment of Siemens' Industry 4.0 Innovation Center in Knowledge City
within the New Administrative Capital underscores Knowledge City’s pivotal role
as an integrated information community connecting local and global companies,
researchers, and entrepreneurs. This contributes to knowledge transfer,
promotes digital transformation and smart manufacturing across various sectors,
and highlights Knowledge City’s ability to provide advanced digital
infrastructure that attracts global corporate investments.
Mostafa
El-Bagoury, CEO of Siemens Egypt, highlighted the
company's contribution to Egypt's industrial development. He stated: “The
Siemens Industry 4.0 Innovation Center includes the latest programs and
technological solutions from Siemens and serves as a catalyst for Egypt's industrial
digital transformation. This transformation relies on cutting-edge applications
of artificial intelligence, digitalization, automation, advanced manufacturing
technologies, and more. These innovations will bring an unprecedented leap to
the local industrial sector. At Siemens, we are committed to supporting Egypt's
digital transformation in industry by transferring the latest technologies and
knowledge. The Siemens Industry 4.0 Innovation Center embodies our strategic
partnership with the Egyptian government and our shared vision of sustainable
development through industrial innovation..”
The Siemens
Industry 4.0 Innovation Center represents a unique opportunity to accelerate
Egypt's adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. It serves as a launch pad toward enhancing the digital
economy while supporting advanced industries in accordance with international
standards. With its potential to stimulate creativity and innovation in smart
manufacturing, the center is expected to significantly contribute to Egypt's
sustainable development goals and economic growth.
