# The 50 largest companies with in-house R&D in Egypt

Tamtam tracks 68 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Egypt. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Zagazig University, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport and EVA pharma. Their median headcount is 791. Half of them were founded in 1998 or later. The most common headquarters are Cairo (23), Giza (5) and Alexandria (2).

These Egyptian companies with in-house R&D are primarily large educational institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Notable examples include Zagazig University, an educational institution offering diverse academic programs, and EVA pharma, which focuses on accessible high-value medicines. Other significant players are Assiut University, established in 1957, and Pharco Corporation, specializing in pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.

The data shows a strong concentration in higher education, with institutions like Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport and The British University in Egypt. Pharmaceutical manufacturing is also prominent, with companies such as Global Napi Pharmaceuticals and EIPICO. These entities are mostly large organizations, with employee counts ranging from over 1,000 to more than 9,000.

🇪🇬 Egypt · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Zagazig University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zagazig-university) (zu.edu.eg)<br>Zagazig University is an Egyptian educational institution offering a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines to contribute to the country's development and progress | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Az Zagazig | 9,179 | 1974 |
| 2 | [Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arab-academy-for-science-technology-and-maritime-transport) (aast.edu)<br>This organization offers education, training, scientific research, and community service to students from Arab and African countries since 1972. | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Alexandria | 8,228 | 1972 |
| 3 | [EVA pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eva-pharma) (evapharma.com)<br>A diverse top team offers accessible high value medicines and healthcare solutions, focusing on saving and improving lives globally | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Haram | 6,076 | 1997 |
| 4 | [Assiut University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/assiut-university) (b.aun.edu.eg)<br>Established in 1957, this university in Upper Egypt prepares highly qualified graduates with specialized academic knowledge and training expertise in various skills | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Asyut | 5,090 | 1957 |
| 5 | [The British University in Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-british-university-in-egypt) (bue.edu.eg)<br>The company offers quality UK-standard education in Egypt, focusing on research, academics, and preparing students for the job market | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 El Sherouk City | 3,036 | 2005 |
| 6 | [Modern Sciences and Arts University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/modern-sciences-and-arts-university) (msa.edu.eg)<br>A university in Egypt offering British Higher Education, dual-origin degrees, scholarships, and a state-of-the-art campus for academic excellence | Education Administration Programs | 🇪🇬 Giza | 2,867 | 1996 |
| 7 | [Fayoum University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fayoum-university) (fayoum.edu.eg)<br>A public university in Al Fayyum, Egypt, offering a wide range of faculties, including Education, Agriculture, Engineering, Medicine, and more | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Fayoum | 2,802 |  |
| 8 | [Pharco Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pharco-corporation) (pharco.org)<br>A leading pharmaceutical corporation in Egypt, specializing in developing, manufacturing, and distributing a wide range of branded and generic drugs worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Alexandria | 2,710 | 1987 |
| 9 | [MCV - Manufacturing Commercial Vehicles](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mcv-manufacturing-commercial-vehicles) (mcv-eg.com)<br>A leading bus manufacturer in the Middle East and Africa, providing innovative, reliable, high-quality commercial vehicles to global customers worldwide | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 1,932 | 1995 |
| 10 | [Global Napi Pharmaceuticals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/global-napi-pharmaceuticals) (globalnapi.com)<br>A pharmaceutical company focused on delivering high-quality medicines and healthcare products, with a commitment to sustainable development and international business expansion | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 6th of October City | 1,718 | 1998 |
| 11 | [Future University in Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/future-university-in-egypt) (fue.edu.eg)<br>A private university in Egypt offering high-quality education, committed to excellence in teaching and research, with a diverse and dedicated faculty | Education Administration Programs | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 1,626 | 2006 |
| 12 | [Nile University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nile-university) (nu.edu.eg)<br>Research institution focused on technology and business education, offering diplomas, masters, PhDs, undergraduate, and executive programs in collaboration with global partners. | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 6 October | 1,532 | 2006 |
| 13 | [EIPICO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eipico) (eipico.com.eg)<br>A pharmaceutical company established in 1980, specializing in manufacturing and exporting high-quality drugs, with a focus on customer satisfaction, employee well-being, and environmental responsibility | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Tenth of Ramadan City | 1,436 | 1980 |
| 14 | [Zewail City of Science and Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zewail-city-of-science-and-technology) (zewailcity.edu.eg)<br>A science and technology organization focused on education, research, and innovation to elevate local technologies and increase national productivity | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Giza | 1,197 | 2000 |
| 15 | [Children's Cancer Hospital - Egypt 57357](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/children-s-cancer-hospital-egypt-57357) (57357.org)<br>A childhood cancers hospital in Cairo providing free treatment regardless of ability to pay, focusing on curing, caring, learning, research, and community outreach | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 1,165 | 2007 |
| 16 | [Amoun Pharmaceutical Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amoun-pharmaceutical-company) (amoun.com)<br>A leading pharmaceutical company in the Middle East and Africa with a state-of-the-art factory producing a wide range of human, veterinary, and food supplement products | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 El Obour city | 1,126 | 1998 |
| 17 | [Minapharm Pharmaceuticals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/minapharm-pharmaceuticals) (minapharm.com)<br>A leading pharmaceutical company in Egypt and the Middle East, specializing in cellular and bioprocess engineering, offering a range of life-saving products | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 1,026 | 1958 |
| 18 | [EMEC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emec-cairo) (emec.com.eg)<br>EMEC provides drilling fluids products and services to international oil and gas operators in the Middle East, maximizing productivity and cost-efficiency | Oil and Gas | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 994 | 1983 |
| 19 | [CHEMIPHARM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chemipharm) (chemipharm.net)<br>Chemipharm is a leading pharmaceutical and FMCG company serving 24 countries in the MENA region, focused on quality, affordability, and innovation in healthcare products | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 967 | 1972 |
| 20 | [AUG Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aug-pharma) (augpharma.com)<br>A pharmaceutical company in 2006 promoting healthier lives in MENA through innovative remedies and a diverse product portfolio | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Giza | 903 | 2006 |
| 21 | [Pharco Pharmaceuticals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pharco-pharmaceuticals) (pharco.org)<br>A pharmaceutical company founded in 1983 specializes in developing, manufacturing, and distributing generics and branded generic drugs globally at affordable prices | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 New Cairo | 879 | 1984 |
| 22 | [Si-Vision](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/si-vision) (si-vision.com)<br>Leading provider of high-performance, low-power RF IP solutions for various wireless applications, with over 350 years of collective experience and global Tier-1 customer base | Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 876 | 2007 |
| 23 | [BioMED Egypt Official](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biomed-egypt-official) (biomed-egy.net)<br>A pharmaceutical company based in Egypt, specializing in producing a wide range of healthcare products and medications, focused on improving quality of life globally | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 New Cairo | 846 | 2013 |
| 24 | [Cyshield](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cyshield) (cyshield.com)<br>A leading digital services company specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science, IoT, and Software Engineering for large organizations | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 811 | 2016 |
| 25 | [Kasr Al Ainy - School of Medicine, Cairo University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kasr-al-ainy-school-of-medicine-cairo-university)<br>Established in 1827, this company offers a long-standing history of providing services or products to its customers | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 791 |  |
| 26 | [PetroServices GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/petroservices-gmbh) (petroservices.de)<br>An international oil and gas service company providing innovative and sustainable solutions tailored to diverse client needs with technical expertise | Oil and Gas | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 781 |  |
| 27 | [Parkville](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/parkville) (parkvillepharma.com)<br>A company dedicated to providing care, fostering employee growth, promoting transparency, equity, and diversity, and creating a supportive, inclusive work environment | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Al mohandeseen | 763 | 2006 |
| 28 | [EVA Cosmetics - Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eva-cosmetics-egypt) (eva-cosmetics.com)<br>A leading Egyptian personal care manufacturer, distributing over 20 popular brands globally, driven by innovation, quality, and dedication to enriching lives | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Giza | 739 | 1972 |
| 29 | [Madinet Masr](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/madinet-masr) (madinetmasr.com)<br>Established in 1959, Madinet Masr develops master projects to meet the needs of millions of Egyptians by creating sustainable communities | Real Estate | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 712 | 1959 |
| 30 | [MACRO GROUP Pharmaceuticals](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/macro-group-pharmaceuticals) (macro-egy.com)<br>A cosmeceutical company established in 2002 in Cairo, offering high-quality, innovative cosmeceuticals and herbal drugs to the Egyptian market and beyond | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 699 | 2002 |
| 31 | [PICO ENERGY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pico-energy) (picoenergy.com)<br>An established international oilfield and marine services company offering integrated solutions, with operations across three continents and an R&D center in Houston | Oil and Gas | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 696 | 1974 |
| 32 | [MCS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mcs-cairo) (mcsoil.com)<br>Provider of turnkey offshore inspection services and asset integrity solutions with proprietary software products, enhancing inspection, maintenance, and data management for global energy industry | Oil and Gas | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 683 | 1999 |
| 33 | [Baheya Foundation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/baheya-foundation) (baheya.org)<br>An Egyptian NGO focused on treating and detecting breast cancer, prioritizing early intervention and raising awareness about the disease | Non-profit Organizations | 🇪🇬 Giza | 673 | 2015 |
| 34 | [New Mansoura University - جامعة المنصورة الجديدة](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/new-mansoura-university) (nmu.edu.eg)<br>An innovative university committed to providing quality education, preparing graduates for the global workforce, and promoting research aligned with societal needs | Education Administration Programs | 🇪🇬 Mansoura | 645 |  |
| 35 | [Globe International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/globe-international) (globe-international.com)<br>A rapidly growing pharmaceutical company in Egypt producing affordable generic medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, following global standard procedures | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 El Nozha | 635 | 2009 |
| 36 | [Evergrow for Speciality Fertilizers](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/evergrow-for-speciality-fertilizers) (evergrowfert.com)<br>A global leader in specialty fertilizers production and distribution, exporting to over 70 countries with a focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Giza | 634 | 2006 |
| 37 | [Al-Esraa Pharmaceutical Optima](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-esraa-pharmaceutical-optima) (esraapharma.com)<br>A pharmaceutical company manufacturing a variety of products, from prescription drugs to vitamins and cosmetics, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 629 | 1998 |
| 38 | [.Misr Petroleum Co](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/misr-petroleum-co) (misrpetroleum.com.eg)<br>A major petroleum products marketing company in Egypt, with activities including flight catering, supply vessels, mineral oils, chemicals, and service stations Exporting products to African and Arab countries | Oil and Gas | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 627 | 1911 |
| 39 | [Sipes Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sipes-egypt) (ubmcgroup.com)<br>Leading paint and construction chemicals exporter in the Middle East, with 4 factories and highly trained R&D department providing top-notch solutions to 16 countries | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 El Nozha | 611 | 1988 |
| 40 | [ACROW FORMWORK TECHNOLOGY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/acrow-formwork-technology) (acrow.co)<br>A leading manufacturer and installer of formwork, falsework, scaffolding, and steel structures with a strong international presence in various countries | Construction | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 599 | 1977 |
| 41 | [Averroes Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/averroes-pharma) (averroes-eg.com)<br>An Egyptian pharmaceutical company founded in 2004, specializing in the development of innovative and high-quality pharmaceutical products | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 564 |  |
| 42 | [MultiCare Egypt for Pharmaceutical Industries](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/multicare-egypt-for-pharmaceutical-industries) (multicare-eg.com)<br>A diversified pharmaceutical company in Egypt, manufacturing and marketing products such as pharmaceuticals, supplements, cosmetics, and medical devices with international alliances | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 497 | 2001 |
| 43 | [ASSET Technology Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/asset-technology-group) (asset-technology.com)<br>A software company specializing in Documents, Process Automation, and Content Management, serving over 250 clients internationally with innovative ECM platform technology | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 478 | 1991 |
| 44 | [Alamein International University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alamein-international-university) (aiu.edu.eg)<br>A national university offering a variety of fields of study, emphasizing innovation, community service, and preparing qualified leaders for the future job market | Higher Education | 🇪🇬 Al Alamein | 468 | 2020 |
| 45 | [Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority - EAEA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/egyptian-atomic-energy-authority-eaea) (eaea.org.eg)<br>Leading peaceful nuclear research and development in Egypt, including operating two research reactors, one from Russia and one from Argentina | Research Services | 🇪🇬 El Wafa & El Amal | 430 | 1955 |
| 46 | [MEVAC for Vaccines](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mevac-for-vaccines) (me-vac.com)<br>A leading global provider of innovative animal health solutions, specializing in research, development, and distribution of high-quality vaccines for Poultry, Ruminant, and Aquaculture | Veterinary Services | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 416 | 2011 |
| 47 | [Baheya Charity Women's Cancer Hospital](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/baheya-charity-women-s-cancer-hospital) (baheya.org)<br>Specialized hospital in Egypt focused on detecting and treating breast cancer, with a focus on early detection and quality care | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 409 | 2015 |
| 48 | [Egyptian Company For Cosmetics - ECC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/egyptian-company-for-cosmetics-ecc) (ecc-hub.com)<br>Toll manufacturing services since 1981 specializing in personal care, cosmetics, and cosmeceuticals through product development, manufacturing, and packaging solutions from concept to shelf. | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 391 | 1981 |
| 49 | [Atco Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/atco-pharma) (atcopharma.com.eg)<br>A well-established pharmaceutical company in Egypt manufacturing human and veterinary health care products with a commitment to quality and excellence | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Cairo | 386 | 2001 |
| 50 | [Egyptian British Co.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/egyptian-british-co) (egyptianbritishco.net)<br>A leading chemicals manufacturing organization in Africa and the Middle East | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 370 | 1993 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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