KEZAD East Port Said Industrial and Logistics Zone

Produce, export and grow from one of the world's most strategic trade gateways.

KEZAD East Port Said

Establish your operations in a planned 20 km² industrial and logistics zone near the Mediterranean mouth of the Suez Canal. KEZAD East Port Said is designed for manufacturers and logistics companies seeking direct port access, faster export routes and closer links to Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, the Middle East and global shipping lanes.
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About KEZAD East Port Said

An integrated industrial and logistics destination at one of the world’s key trade routes


KEZAD East Port Said is a planned 20 km2 industrial and logistics zone in Egypt, developed under a long-term partnership between AD Ports Group and the General Authority for the Suez Canal Economic Zone, SCZONE.


Located close to East Port Said Port and the Suez Canal, the zone brings industrial land, logistics facilities and mixed-use support functions into one phased development. It gives manufacturers a practical base to produce, export and re-export with fewer steps between the factory, the port and the shipping lane.


Phase 1 covers 3.8 km2 and will focus on industrial anchors, flexible land plots, logistics uses and built-up space for SMEs.

KEZAD East Port Said at a Glance

Industrial area

20 km²Total Area

Industrial and logistics zone planned across four phases.

Economic Zone

3.8 km2Phase 1

First development phase focused on industrial and logistics growth.

GDP

500 mLess 500 m from East Port Said Port

KEZAD EPS is strategically positioned as gateway to the global trade routes.

FDI

SupportExport and Re-export Support

Designed to support companies producing for regional and international markets.

Jobs

SCZONE Regime avantages

Access to relevant customs, VAT and trade benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable regulations.

warehouses

Suez Canal Gateway

Access to one of the world’s most important trade corridors.

SCZONE Regime advantages

Access to relevant customs, VAT and trade benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable regulations.

  • Cost Advantages: 0% customs duties and VAT, a 50% corporate tax refund over seven years, and export-support programs.
  • Fast and Easy Setup: 100% foreign ownership and company establishment in approximately 10 days through a one-stop shop.
  • Investor Benefits: Five-year residency permits for foreign investors and the ability to repatriate profits in foreign currency.
  • Simplified Procedures: Streamlined customs, import, and export regulations.
  • Government Support: Subsidies for labour-intensive projects that use local components.
  • Dual Market Access: Direct access to Egypt’s domestic market and international markets as per regulations.
What is Josoor

Why KEZAD East Port Said

Designed for manufacturers seeking global market access, supply chain resilience and long term growth .

KEZAD East Port Said is an integrated, port-linked export ecosystem combining Egypt’s strategic location, competitive workforce, large domestic market, and preferential access to approximately 1.5 billion consumers through major trade agreements.

Adjacent to East Port Said Port, KEZAD East Port Said extends the proven KEZAD model to one of the world's most strategic trade gateways, integrating industrial land, logistics services, direct port access, and AD Ports Group's global expertise within a single investment ecosystem. Backed by multimodal connectivity and SCZONE incentives, it enables manufacturers to optimize logistics, accelerate access to international markets, build resilient supply chains, and scale their operations for long-term growth.

Speed to Market and Proximity Advantage

Faster Movement to Port

KEZAD East Port Said positions manufacturers within an integrated industrial and logistics platform directly linked to East Port Said Port, a major Mediterranean transshipment and gateway port at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal. With access to deep-water, multi-cargo capabilities of up to 5.2 million TEUs/year, 15.6 million tons/year of bulk cargo, around 800,000 vehicles/year through Ro-Ro operations, and 1.3–1.8 million tons/year of general cargo, KEZAD EPS enables faster factory-to-vessel movement and efficient access to global trade routes.
Flexibility in Scale of Operations

Direct Trade Route Access

Operate at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal with direct access to East Port Said Port, the Mediterranean, and major global shipping routes connecting Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the United States.
Growing Community of Businesses Zones and Amenities

Export-ready Business Environment

Benefit from SCZONE incentives, Egypt’s free trade agreements, streamlined customs and licensing processes, and value-added services including labelling, repackaging, quality checks, and certification.
Flexibility in Scale of Operations

Backed by AD Ports Group

Work with a group active across ports, economic cities and free zones, maritime, logistics and digital trade services.
Growing Community of Businesses Zones and Amenities

Supply Chain Resilience

Diversify production and distribution networks while supporting nearshoring strategies through a strategically located platform connecting domestic, regional, and international markets.
Speed to Market and Proximity Advantage

Faster Movement to Port

KEZAD East Port Said positions manufacturers within an integrated industrial and logistics platform directly linked to East Port Said Port, a major Mediterranean transshipment and gateway port at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal. With access to deep-water, multi-cargo capabilities of up to 5.2 million TEUs/year, 15.6 million tons/year of bulk cargo, around 800,000 vehicles/year through Ro-Ro operations, and 1.3–1.8 million tons/year of general cargo, KEZAD EPS enables faster factory-to-vessel movement and efficient access to global trade routes.
Flexibility in Scale of Operations

Direct Trade Route Access

Operate at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal with direct access to East Port Said Port, the Mediterranean, and major global shipping routes connecting Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the United States.
Growing Community of Businesses Zones and Amenities

Export-ready Business Environment

Benefit from SCZONE incentives, Egypt’s free trade agreements, streamlined customs and licensing processes, and value-added services including labelling, repackaging, quality checks, and certification.
Flexibility in Scale of Operations

Backed by AD Ports Group

Work with a group active across ports, economic cities and free zones, maritime, logistics and digital trade services.
Growing Community of Businesses Zones and Amenities

Supply Chain Resilience

Diversify production and distribution networks while supporting nearshoring strategies through a strategically located platform connecting domestic, regional, and international markets.

Start your KEZAD East Port Said enquiry:

Tell us about your project, sector, space needs and target markets. Our team will help you assess suitable land, facilities and support options at KEZAD East Port Said. 

The Core Value Proposition

Egypt’s strategic location, competitive operating costs, growing domestic market, export potential, and preferential trade access—combined with AD Ports Group’s global ports, logistics, maritime, and industrial-zone capabilities—create a fully integrated platform for serving regional and international markets.