Algerian Industrial Leaders Meet With Minister to Discuss Growth and Innovation
Algerian Minister of Industry Sifi Ghrieb recently convened a series of meetings with key players in the nation’s industrial landscape, evaluating their progress and strategizing for future growth. These discussions, the final installments in a series of evaluation meetings with supervised industrial groups and organizations, focused on aligning industrial development with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s vision.
Strengthening Algeria‘s Industrial Backbone
During these engagements, Minister Ghrieb underscored the crucial role of the industrial sector in boosting the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He highlighted the need for these industrial groups to overcome challenges and maximize their contributions to the Algerian economy.
GICA: Cementing Success and Expanding Horizons
The Industrial Group of Cements of Algeria (GICA) impressed Minister Ghrieb with its commendable performance. The group’s “very encouraging” results in cement production have significantly addressed domestic demand and paved the way for exports beginning in 2018.
Recognizing GICA’s success, Minister Ghrieb pledged his ministry’s continued support to remove obstacles hindering further growth and facilitate its export operations, emphasizing collaboration with relevant authorities.
GICA has also initiated several new projects, including the development of a shiploader to optimize exports, establishing local depots to streamline logistics, and converting nationalized assets for the production of cement and bricks.
Agrodiv: Nourishing the Nation and Expanding Product Lines
Agrodiv, Algeria’s leading agricultural conglomerate, presented a comprehensive report on its activities, showcasing its production capacity and upcoming projects. Currently, the Agrodiv complex boasts a significant annual production capacity encompassing essential food items: 8.5 million quintals of semolina, 12.5 million quintals of flour, 520,000 quintals of pasta, 200,000 quintals of couscous, 114,000 tonnes of table oil, 3,800 tonnes of olive oil, and 410,000 tonnes of fruit juices and preserves.
Addressing specific recommendations, Minister Ghrieb emphasized the importance of coordinated research efforts between Agrodiv and dedicated research centers to develop innovative food products, echoing the call for product diversification, particularly within the pasta selection.
He commended Agrodiv’s vital role in providing essential food supplies to people living in remote and underserved areas of Algeria.
CITAL: Forging Ahead With Industry 4.0
Discussions with
The Algerian Transport Industrial Company (CITAL), a subsidiary of Ferrovial, predominantly revolved around reverse engineering efforts, acknowledging CITAL’s achievements in this field. The meeting also delved into the concept of “industry 4.0,” recognizing CITAL as a national leader in embracing this transformative approach.
Minister Ghrieb commended CITAL’s implementation of a dynamic and efficient information system, supported by various applications that streamlined communication and fostered strong relationships with its employees, suppliers, and customers.
What specific logistical challenges related to sea and land transport is GICA facing in its export operations?
## Algerian Cement Giant Gaining Momentum
**Interviewer:** Welcome to the programme. Today, we’re discussing the bright outlook for Algerian industry, particularly the impressive performance of its cement sector. Joining us is [Guest Name], an expert on Algerian economic development. [Guest Name], thank you for being here.
**Guest:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** The recent meetings between Algerian Minister of Industry Sifi Ghrieb and leading industrial groups, including GICA, highlighted the government’s commitment to promoting growth and innovation. Can you elaborate on GICA’s achievements and what they mean for Algeria’s economy?
**Guest:** GICA has been a real success story. They’ve not only met domestic demand for cement but have also become an exporter since 2018. This is incredibly important for Algeria, as it diversifies the economy and increases foreign currency earnings. [ [1](https://www.globalcement.com/news/itemlist/tag/Groupe des Ciments%20d%E2%80%99Algérie) ]
**Interviewer:** Minister Ghrieb pledged his support to help GICA overcome challenges related to its exports. What kinds of obstacles are they facing, and how can the government help?
**Guest:** Logistical issues are often a major hurdle for exporters. GICA’s main difficulty seems to be related to sea and land transport. This is where the government can step in and work with relevant authorities to streamline processes, improve infrastructure, and potentially offer incentives. [ [1](https://www.globalcement.com/news/itemlist/tag/Groupe des Ciments%20d%E2%80%99Algérie) ]
**Interviewer:** GICA also seems to be focused on expanding domestically. Can you tell us about their new projects?
**Guest:** Yes, they’re investing in the future. They’re working on a new shiploader to optimize exports and establishing local depots to make distribution more efficient. This kind of forward-thinking is essential for continued growth.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, [Guest Name], for your insights into GICA’s success and the overall positive trajectory of Algerian industry.