Water market study: Opportunities for the Dutch water sector in Egypt

Responding to the water challenges in Egypt 

There is a growing need in Egypt to address the escalating water-related challenges more efficiently and sustainably. The water and agricultural sectors in particular are affected by the consequences of climate change. The Egyptian Government has made funds available for solutions to the consequences of climate change. Within this space, there are tangible opportunities for Dutch knowledge and technology in the fields of water management, irrigation, sustainable agriculture, and subcontracting that can help the Egyptian water sector respond to these challenges. 

Doing business in the Egyptian water sector 

To identify opportunities for collaboration and business for the Dutch water sector, interviews were held with Dutch and Egyptian organisations operating in and/or involved with the Egyptian water sector. These interviews have highlighted the main challenges and opportunities in joining the water sector in Egypt. The report emphasises the way Dutch and Egyptian organisations identify relevant themes. It also gives important recommendations when planning to enter the Egyptian water-agri market. 

The report shows that there is a rich space for collaboration between both water sectors, and there is compatibility between the needs of the Egyptian water sector and the potential supply of the Dutch water sector. 

To learn more about the Egyptian water sector and access the full report, request a copy via email from bdc@rvo.nl. Please include 'Water Sector Egypt' in the subject line.