News & Events

More than 20 innovative startups from the Weavers of Tomorrow program, a collaborative initiative between Oriental Weavers and Gemini Africa, had the incredible opportunity to tour Oriental Weavers' headquarters. The day was packed with insightful experiences, starting with a detailed tour of the factory and museum, followed by an invaluable mentoring session. The energy and enthusiasm of the startups, who joined from all over Egypt, were palpable, sparking dynamic conversations and a vibrant exchange of ideas with industry leader and Chair of OW, Ms. Yasmine Khamis, alongside heads of departments and experts in the weaving and textile technology fields. This collaboration and

On International Women’s Day, Oriental Weavers extends heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to every woman in Egypt and around the world also, wishing them a year full of achievements and success.

We’re pleased to further strengthen and localize our manufacturing capabilities with the launch of a state-of-the-art polyester yarn dyeing facility — a strategic step toward enhancing quality, efficiency, and innovation in our production process, and further solidifying our leadership in the carpet manufacturing industry. Equipped with high-performance machinery, the facility has a daily production capacity of up to 4.75 tons, covering approximately 25% of our polyester yarn needs. The newly produced yarns will offer enhanced durability, vibrant colors, and exceptional quality — reinforcing our competitive edge. As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainable growth, the new facility is built with advanced

We are pleased as always to celebrate Ms. Yasmine Khamis, Chair of Oriental Weavers Carpets, and Ms. Farida Khamis, Chair of Orientals Group, for being recognized among Forbes Middle East’s 10 Powerful Businesswomen Leading Family-Owned Businesses—for the fourth consecutive year! Their unwavering leadership continues to drive Oriental Weavers’ global success, reinforcing not only our position as a world leader in the carpet industry but also our commitment to diversity and inclusion, while championing innovation, sustainability, and excellence. This milestone is a testament to their dedication to growth, resilience, and impact in the region and beyond. Congratulations to Ms. Yasmine and Ms. Farida, and

We were thrilled to welcome MBA students from Columbia Business School to our Oriental Weavers facility in 10th of Ramadan. The group engaged in an insightful and dynamic conversation with our CEO & MD Mr Hazem Zifzaf, gaining valuable perspectives on leadership, strategy, and the textile industry. Afterward, the students toured our state-of-the-art facility, where they had the opportunity to observe our large-scale production processes and explore our extensive operations. It was a fantastic exchange of ideas and a great opportunity to showcase our commitment to innovation and excellence.

We’re pleased to celebrate that Oriental Weavers America has been voted and recognized as a top industry leader in the 2024 Reader Rankings by both Home Accents Today and Furniture Today: Best Machine-Made Rug Supplier – WINNER Best Outdoor Rug Supplier – WINNER Best Machine-Made Rug Company – WINNER Best Outdoor Décor/Accessories Company – FINALIST This recognition reaffirms our unwavering commitment to delivering top-quality, innovative, and uniquely designed products in every collection we create. We extend our gratitude to everyone who voted for us and for your continuous support of Oriental Weavers. Together, we remain dedicated to leading the world in woven carpet manufacturing. #ProudWeavers #Innovation