The EDECS MEDLOG dry port project officially launched on April 8, 2026, following a signing ceremony in Cairo that marked the start of a major logistics infrastructure development in Egypt’s 10th of Ramadan City. The facility will cover 189,000 square meters and be delivered under a design-and-build contract encompassing engineering, procurement, and construction services.
EDECS, a regional engineering and contracting group with 30 years of delivery across the Middle East and Africa, will lead construction. MEDLOG, a logistics and supply chain operator founded in 1988 and part of the MSC Group, brings intermodal transportation expertise to the project. For MEDLOG, this marks its first dry port project in Egypt.
Scope of Construction Work
Key construction activities include earthworks, paving, road marking, and installation of essential utilities. The project also covers the development of critical port infrastructure. Once complete, the facility is expected to improve freight capacity and support Egypt’s broader trade network.
EDECS MEDLOG Dry Port: Technology and Operations
The facility will integrate digital solutions and smart transport systems to manage cargo movement and reduce operational costs. The project also aims to minimize environmental impact through its design and operational planning. Both companies said the facility aligns with international logistics standards.
The dry port is designed to connect with Egypt’s wider trade infrastructure, supporting the Ministry of Transport’s plan to build a network of dry ports and logistics zones across the country. The 10th of Ramadan City location places the facility within a major industrial corridor east of Cairo.
Executive Statement
“This partnership reflects a shared vision of creating infrastructure that drives the region’s economic development. Together with MEDLOG, we are building a facility that will serve as a foundation for the region’s trade and logistics future.”
Eng. Hussein El Dessouky, Chairman, EDECS
Background on Both Companies
EDECS has delivered more than 10 kilometers of berths and over 3 million square meters of infrastructure works across the MEA region. The company’s portfolio spans marine works, roads and bridges, railway development, water irrigation, and buildings. It maintains a presence across Egypt’s strategic ports.
MEDLOG operates in more than 90 countries, with assets including inland logistics platforms, warehouses, trucks, locomotives, barges, and cold stores. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and is privately owned as part of the MSC Group. Its entry into Egypt’s dry port sector signals a broader push to expand its logistics network in the Middle East and Africa.
Future Outlook
The project is expected to strengthen Egypt’s position as a trade hub for the wider region. Completion of the dry port will add capacity to Egypt’s freight system at a time when regional demand for logistics infrastructure continues to grow. No specific completion date was stated in the signing announcement.
