# Huhtamaki secures Golden License for molded fiber plant in Sadat City, Egypt

Huhtamaki Egypt received a Golden License from the Egyptian Cabinet to build a molded fiber packaging plant using recycled wastepaper in Sadat City, with EGP 1.47 billion investment and over 61 direct jobs. Operations are planned to start in August 2026.

- Type: New facility
- Announced: 2025-05-14
- Where: Sadat City, Monufia Governorate, Egypt
- Value: $29.4M (1.47B EGP)
- Jobs: 61
- Status: announced
- Capacity: approximately 22,000 square meters facility
- Products: molded fiber egg cartons, fruit trays, cup carriers
- Sectors: [Packaging](https://endata.com/sectors/packaging.md)

## Companies

- [Huhtamaki](https://endata.com/companies/909.md)
- [Korra for Energy & Investment Projects](https://endata.com/companies/13092.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [almotawwer.com](https://almotawwer.com/english/150800/), 2025-05-14: "the new facility will create over 61 direct jobs and incorporate state-of-the-art molded fiber technology"
- [dailynewsegypt.com](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2025/05/19/huhtamaki-egypt-to-invest-egp-1-47bn-in-sustainable-packaging-plant-in-sadat-city/), 2025-05-19: "With a total investment of EGP 1.47bn, the project represents one of the Finnish packaging leader's most significant commitments in the region."

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