In anticipation of its February 2026 opening, Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), conducted a thorough inspection of the Neon Battersea Power Station exhibition hall in London, which will host the seventh stop of the acclaimed international exhibition “Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs”. The exhibition is scheduled to run from 28 February to 30 August 2026, following its recent presentation in Tokyo, Japan.
Ensuring World-Class Standards
Dr. Khaled’s visit focused on reviewing the exhibition’s technical and operational preparations, including display layouts, lighting, security protocols, and artifact handling procedures. Special attention was given to artifact protection and preventive measures, ensuring that all pieces are displayed under optimal conditions while maintaining the exhibition’s status as a leading ambassador of Egyptian civilization abroad.
The Secretary-General also inspected entry routes for the artifacts, secure storage rooms during installation, and the venue’s comprehensive security systems, including surveillance cameras, motion detectors, fire suppression, and automated safety systems. In parallel, Dr. Khaled held strategic meetings with exhibition organizers to finalize arrangements for the opening ceremony and operational logistics, ensuring a seamless presentation befitting the exhibition’s cultural significance.
Showcasing Egypt’s Enduring Legacy
Dr. Khaled emphasized the role of international exhibitions in promoting global cultural dialogue. “These exhibitions allow audiences worldwide to experience the ingenuity and artistry of ancient Egypt,” he said, “from engineering marvels to artistic excellence, while also highlighting Egypt’s ongoing commitment to cultural preservation and tourism promotion.”
The London exhibition will feature 180 artifacts from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, including treasures from the reign of King Ramses II, his coffin from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and select finds from the Bubasteion excavations in Saqqara, alongside curated pieces from other Egyptian museums. The collection spans from the Middle Kingdom to the Late Period, showcasing statues, jewelry, cosmetic tools, painted wooden coffins, and elaborately inscribed stone blocks.
A Global Tour Celebrating Egyptian Civilization
Since its debut in 2021 in Houston, USA, the exhibition has traveled to San Francisco, Paris, Sydney, Cologne, and Tokyo, presenting Egypt’s cultural heritage to millions worldwide. The London stop continues this mission, reinforcing Egypt’s role as a global center of archaeological and cultural excellence while fostering international appreciation of its ancient civilization.
