In a remarkable celebration that blended pride, memory, and aspiration, Enppi, one of Egypt’s leading petroleum engineering companies, hosted a heartfelt ceremony in honor of International Women in Engineering Day. The event paid tribute to the company’s female engineers whose contributions have been instrumental in driving progress within Egypt’s oil and gas sector.
Held at Enppi’s Cairo headquarters, the ceremony underscored the company’s deep-rooted commitment to gender equity and professional empowerment. The celebration brought together senior leadership, employees, and retired staff in a shared acknowledgment of women’s growing impact in a traditionally male-dominated field.
A Legacy of Dedication
Opening the event, Eng. Wael Lotfy Mostafa, Chairman and CEO of Enppi, delivered a keynote speech that reflected both pride and purpose. “The achievements of Enppi’s women engineers are not only measurable in project milestones but also in the values they bring—dedication, resilience, and innovation,” he said. Mostafa reiterated the company’s pledge to maintain an inclusive workplace, where merit and opportunity transcend gender.
Following him, Eng. Waleed Amir, Assistant Chairman for Support Services and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, emphasized that empowering women lies at the heart of Enppi’s CSR strategy.
Voices from the Frontlines
One of the ceremony’s most poignant segments featured brief addresses by pioneering women engineers at Enppi, who recounted their professional journeys—the milestones, the barriers overcome, and the subtle yet significant cultural shifts they’ve witnessed. Each speaker conveyed deep pride in being part of a company that not only values their work but supports their continued growth even beyond retirement.
Their reflections drew both applause and emotion from the audience, especially as they expressed gratitude for Enppi’s ongoing care for retirees—an often overlooked gesture in corporate settings.
A Tribute to a Trailblazer
In a moment that encapsulated the spirit of remembrance and respect, the company posthumously honored Eng. Maha Gamal, a revered figure within Enppi and a role model for generations of engineers. Known for her tireless dedication and mentorship, Gamal’s memory was immortalized with a special award, accepted on her behalf by her son, Eng. Ahmed El-Kurdi. The tribute highlighted not only her professional achievements but also the personal values she instilled across the company.
Recognizing Present and Future Excellence
The event concluded with the presentation of certificates and commemorative shields to several currently serving women engineers. These awards signified more than recognition—they served as a reaffirmation of Enppi’s enduring belief in the power of women to shape the future of engineering in Egypt and beyond.
The ceremony ended with a symbolic group photo, capturing the essence of a day that was as much about celebrating the past as it was about looking ahead.
Enppi’s celebration stands as a meaningful reminder: progress is not only measured by pipelines and production figures but by the people—especially the women—who build them.
