As part of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources’ (MoPMR) ongoing commitment to enhancing occupational safety, health, and environmental performance across Egypt’s energy sector, Yassin Mohamed, First Undersecretary of the Ministry and Supervisor of Environment, Safety and Health, Energy Efficiency, and Climate, conducted an inspection visit to Misr Fertilizers Production Company (MOPCO) in Damietta Governorate.
During the visit, Ahmed Mahmoud, Chairman of MOPCO, provided an overview of the company’s core operations, emphasising efforts to cultivate a safety-focused culture, strengthen risk management, and maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
The discussions also highlighted initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and boosting operational performance in alignment with international standards for the fertiliser and petrochemical industries.
Mohamed was briefed on MOPCO’s green production projects, including the Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) project, designed to capture 140,000 tons of CO₂ annually to enhance urea fertiliser output.
The visit also covered the green ammonia project, developed in partnership with Egypt’s leading solar developer, Scatec, which aims to produce 150,000 tons per year of ammonia using renewable energy and green hydrogen.
The inspection included tours of the company’s ammonia and urea production units, the main control centre, and ISO/IEC 17025-certified chemical laboratories that ensure rigorous quality control and reliable calibration results.
A field simulation of an ammonia gas leak was conducted to evaluate emergency preparedness. The drill demonstrated MOPCO’s strong response capabilities, using advanced equipment and fire trucks to contain the simulated leak and execute a high-altitude rescue operation, underscoring the proficiency and readiness of the company’s safety and emergency teams.
This visit follows Mohamed’s September inspection of Methanex Egypt’s factory in Damietta, where he assessed operational processes, control and prevention measures, and the effectiveness of the company’s safety systems. These visits reflect MoPMR’s proactive approach to fostering safety, sustainability, and innovation across Egypt’s energy and chemical industries.
