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For the 21st consecutive year, the Khamis Foundation reaffirms its commitment to educational excellence by honoring the top 100 students from Egypt’s Thanaweya Amma and Al-Azhar as part of the "Top 100 Scholars Program." The ceremony was graced by the presence of H.E. Dr. Ayman Ashour, Egypt’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; H.E. Dr. Hala El-Said, Advisor to the President of the Republic for Economic Affairs; and Ms. Jacqueline Mamdouh, representing the Minister of Social Solidarity, along with industry leaders Ms. Yasmine Khamis, Chair of the Foundation, and Ms. Farida Khamis, Chair of the British University in Egypt and

At Oriental Weavers ceremony for excellence, we proudly recognize our trailblazing employees who push boundaries across all areas. We are committed to celebrating success and fostering a culture of achievement. Whether through exceptional performance, creativity, or waste reduction initiatives, our employees ensure we constantly evolve, maintaining our position as the world’s leading manufacturer of woven carpets, while embracing innovation and excellence. During the ceremony, our Chair, Yasmine Khamis, highlighted the key pillars of our success: Oriental Weavers’ rich legacy and history – our relentless pursuit of excellence –, the invaluable contributions of the OW family—our greatest asset—and the power of teamwork

We are proud to honor the children of our employees from Oriental Weavers, MAC, and EFCO who have excelled in preparatory and secondary school years. At our annual ceremony, these remarkable students, our future leaders, were recognized with certificates of appreciation and rewards, celebrating their dedication, hard work, and passion. A special thank you to their families for their unwavering support, which has been instrumental in shaping their success.

We are pleased to announce contracting with Integrated Renewable & Sustainable Communities (IRSC), a leader in renewable energy solutions, to install a 2.5 MWp solar power plant at Oriental Weavers International, the largest manufacturing facility in the group, in 10th of Ramadan City. This project represents a major leap in our commitment toward sustainability and our decarbonization strategy. The new solar power plant will represent 4% of the electricity used in our largest manufacturing facility, cutting carbon emissions by 4,000 tons annually. With a $1.5 million investment, this project aligns perfectly with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and our dedication to reducing our

31 October 2024 We welcomed Professor Martyn Evans, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Manchester Metropolitan University, and Andrew Ludley, Deputy Head of International Partnerships at MMU, to our Oriental Weavers Carpet facility. Joining them were Prof. Ahmed Elseragy, Dean of the Faculty of Art and Design at the British University in Egypt (BUE), and Dr. Noha Fawzy, Head of the Fashion and Textile Department at BUE.  Our guests toured our facility and explored our R&D department, experiencing firsthand the innovations fueling our designs and driving the future of carpet manufacturing.    

We had the honor of welcoming H.E Lieutenant-General Engineer Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, to Oriental Weavers at our Headquarters in 10th of Ramadan. This visit marks a significant milestone, highlighting the recognition of our ongoing efforts and achievements in the carpet industry. During the visit, we showcased the advanced technologies driving our production of high-quality carpets, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation. The Minister also toured our factories, witnessed our state-of-the-art processes firsthand, viewed our latest collections, and engaged in meaningful discussions about the company’s future goals. This moment reaffirms our commitment to