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Minister of Military Production tours Helwan factories, directs higher output
October 22, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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Egypt's Minister of State for Military Production inspected two Helwan defense factories and directed increased production.
- Gemblatti toured Helwan Company for Machines and Equipment (Factory 999), viewing a flame-cutting machine for steel plates up to 40 mm thick in its iron workshop.
- He made a separate surprise night-shift visit to Helwan Engineering Industries (Factory 99), which produces ammunition and explosives.
- He met workers at Factory 999 and directed a bonus and specialized training courses for a distinguished technician.
- Gemblatti said the ministry is carrying out President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's directives to raise production rates and improve product quality.

