Alexandria - Egyptian Global Logistics (EGL) (Alexandria, Head Office)
Alexandria - Egyptian Global Logistics (EGL) (Alexandria, Head Office) is an established Egyptian freight forwarder with a long-standing presence in Alexandria and the broader Egyptian logistics landscape. Founded in 1999 as part of the Kadmar Group, EGL has built a substantial operation supported by a workforce of hundreds and a track record that spans multiple facets of logistics and supply chain management. The company holds ISO 9001/2000 certification (obtained in 2001) and has pursued ongoing compliance with OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards, underscoring a commitment to quality management, occupational health and safety, and environmental responsibility. EGL is also an active member of FIATA and IATA, indicating alignment with international standards for air and freight activities. The organization emphasizes multilingual capabilities, with English among the languages spoken by its staff, and a leadership cadre that includes professionals holding MBAs and FIATA diplomas.
Core services cover a broad spectrum of logistics solutions tailored to the needs of diverse industries. Freight forwarding forms the backbone of EGL’s offering, supporting air and ocean freight, road transport, and customs brokerage. The company notes a robust customs clearance capability, including a letter of guarantee up to 2 million EGP that enables movement across Egyptian ports andCustoms areas, enabling smoother operations across sea and air ports. In addition to freight, EGL provides comprehensive warehousing and distribution services. The group oversees multiple storage facilities with bonded and non-bonded options, including a significant footprint near the Port of Alexandria. A warehouse management system ensures real-time stock visibility and traceability, contributing to accurate inventory control and efficient distribution.
EGL’s trucking operations form an integral part of its multimodal offering, supported by a fleet of Mercedes and MAN trucks designed for containerized and general cargo movements across Egypt. The company also offers container logistics with nationwide drop-off points to support container operators, including Alexandria, Cairo, and Damietta, facilitating efficient port-to-door and door-to-port service models. Project cargo handling is a notable strength, with EGL possessing equipment for the loading, discharge, and on-site handling of oversized goods. The capability to organize full or partial charter services positions EGL as a versatile partner for complex cargoes that require customized scheduling and specialized equipment.
Beyond core forwarding and transportation, EGL extends services to shipping agency operations, ship brokering, and additional value-added activities. These include administrative and financial services such as subscription management, accounting, invoicing, and billing, as well as e-commerce logistics, packaging, labeling, and assembly services. This broad service portfolio reflects EGL’s aim to deliver integrated logistics solutions that cover the end-to-end needs of customers, particularly those with regional and project-oriented requirements.
The company highlights notable project case studies and a sizable footprint in Egypt and neighboring markets, illustrating its capacity to execute multimodal door-to-door transports with cost-efficiency and feasibility analysis. EGL emphasizes its role as a partner for industries spanning oil and gas, power and energy, mining, machinery, renewable energy, automotive, and infrastructure projects, among others. Through its offices and facilities, EGL positions itself as a one-stop logistics provider capable of supporting import/export activities, warehousing, value-added services, and project logistics across Egypt.
Operational highlights include a network of offices across Egypt and Tunisia, a considerable warehousing area, and a demonstrated capacity to handle time-critical and complex cargoes. EGL’s emphasis on integrated logistics, project cargo expertise, and a broad service mix aligns with the expectations of shippers seeking dependable and scalable supply chain solutions in the region.
