Mars completes US$280M expansion of Egypt facility
It includes three new production lines, featuring advanced technologies for rolled wafer products and filled-bar innovations, notably for the Galaxy Flutes brand.
EGYPT – Mars Incorporated has completed a US$280 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Egypt’s 6th of October City, marking a major milestone in the company’s global operations.
The investment raises Mars’ total commitment in Egypt to more than US$500 million, positioning the country as a key hub in its international supply chain and one of Mars’ most significant factory investments in over a decade.
The expansion introduced three new high-tech production lines, incorporating advanced rolled wafer and filled-bar technologies used in products such as Galaxy Flutes, Twix, Snickers, and Bounty.
With these upgrades, the factory’s total annual production capacity has reached 120,000 tonnes, including 65,000 tonnes of chocolate.
Over 90 per cent of this output is intended for export to more than 50 markets across the Middle East, Africa, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
At the inauguration ceremony, Egypt’s Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel El-Wazir, and Minister of Investment, Hassan El-Khatib, joined Mars board member Frank Mars, highlighting the government’s strong support for foreign direct investment.
The expansion demonstrates confidence in Egypt’s industrial capacity and its strategic geographic location linking regional and global markets.
Chantal Templeton, General Manager for Mars Middle East and Africa, described the project as a pivotal step in Mars’ growth strategy.
“This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to Egypt and solidifies its role as one of our top five manufacturing sites globally,” she said.
Templeton emphasized that Egypt’s skilled workforce, modern infrastructure, and growing consumer market made it an ideal location for scaling production and innovation.
The upgraded facility also aligns with Mars’ sustainability agenda. The company reports a 20 per cent reduction in water use, a 9 per cent decrease in carbon emissions, and zero waste sent to landfill.
While not yet fully solar-powered, part of the plant’s energy is derived from renewable sources.
Around 70 per cent of raw materials are locally sourced, supporting Egypt’s domestic supply chain and agricultural sector.
Mars, the world’s second-largest confectionery producer, expects the expansion to create new jobs, boost exports, and further strengthen Egypt’s reputation as an attractive destination for industrial investment and regional manufacturing excellence.
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