# Centamin Plc partnering with Egyptian Mining Forum as the events primary sponsor

- Link: https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/centamin-plc-partnering-with-egyptian-mining-forum-as-the-events-primary-sponsor/4121165171
- Published: 2024-07-16T07:26:05+01:00
- Author: Amilia Stone

As part of **Centamin plc** (LON:CEY) commitment to assist in the development of
the Egyptian mining sector, the Company has announced that it will be partnering
with the Egyptian Mining Forum this week as the events primary sponsor. The event
is set to celebrate the increasing prominence of mining in Egypt and highlight the
role that innovative technologies and sustainable practices are playing throughout
the sector, whilst promoting the exciting untapped mineral and exploration opportunities
in the region.

Hosted by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources with support from the 
Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority (EMRA), the 2024 Mining Forum is occurring 
as Egypt emerges as an exciting destination for global mining investment. With over
4,000 attendees set to attend the Forum between 16-17 July, the event will facilitate
collaboration between senior government officials, industry thought leaders, emerging
exploration companies, financial institutions and investors. With an impressive 
schedule of events and speeches, discussions will explore the opportunities and 
challenges of accelerating Egypt as a leading global mining destination. 

As the operators of the Sukari Gold Mine, the first large scale modern gold mine
in Egypt and one of the world’s largest producing mines, Centamin is committed to
the ongoing development of Egypt as a premier global mining destination through 
its continued work and investment in country. The Company will be represented at
the Forum by CEO Martin Horgan, Country Manager Amr Hassouna and Head of Exploration
Howard Bills who look forward to the various stimulating conversations that are 
set to take place around investment into the region, innovation, talent and exploration
amongst many other topics.

If you are present at the Forum, please do take time to go visit the Centamin stand
and meet the team.

> **Speaking at the Forum in Cairo this week, Centamin CEO Martin Horgan reflects
> on the burgeoning industry in Egypt**: _“Gold mining has a rich history in Egypt
> that dates back to the Pharaohs. As the joint-owner and operator of the Sukari
> Gold Mine, in partnership with the Egyptian government, we have seen first-hand
> the growth of the industry over recent decades as well as the many economic and
> social benefits that mining can provide to a country. We look forward to celebrating
> the sector with all those attending the Forum in Cairo this week and to continuing
> the strong relationships we have with all our various Egyptian partners well into
> the future.”_

> **Centamin Egypt Country Manager Amr Hassouna commented:** _“Egypt is considered
> to be one of the most prospective destinations for major global companies operating
> in the mining sector. With distinctive advantages ranging from its geologically
> rich mineral resources, stable political environment with strong support for foreign
> direct investment, good security and infrastructure networks and deep pool of 
> human capital, there is an abundance of opportunities for mining in Egypt._

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