About Gulf Egypt

Overview

Gulf Egypt for Hotels & Tourism, established in 1976, is a leading hospitality asset owner and developer in Egypt, specializing in the development and ownership of premium hotel and mixed-use destinations.

The company is a subsidiary of United Real Estate Company (URC), part of a regional investment platform focused on real estate and hospitality development across the Middle East and North Africa.

Gulf Egypt owns and develops prominent hospitality assets in Cairo, operated by international hospitality brands and delivering world-class guest experiences.

Building on decades of experience, the company continues to expand its portfolio through strategic hospitality and mixed-use developments in key tourism destinations across Egypt, contributing to the growth of the country’s tourism and hospitality sector.

Vision

To be a leading developer, owner, and operator of world-class hospitality destinations, contributing to the achievement of Egypt’s tourism objectives and strengthening its position as a global destination targeted to welcome 30 million visitors annually.

Strategy

Developing high-quality hospitality assets in partnership with leading international hotel brands to deliver world-class guest experiences.

Creating integrated destinations that combine hospitality, residential, leisure, and retail experiences within thoughtfully designed environments.

Collaborating with global operators, consultants, and advisory firms to ensure international standards across development, operations, and guest experience.

Expanding the company’s portfolio through carefully planned developments in key tourism destinations across Egypt.

Corporate Structure

United Real Estate Company (URC) is a leading real estate developer and investor in the MENA region, and a subsidiary of Kuwait Projects Company (Holding) – KIPCO.

With a diversified portfolio across hospitality, residential, retail, and mixed-use developments, URC specializes in creating integrated destinations that deliver long-term value and elevate urban experiences.

Driven by strategic partnerships, market insight, and a commitment to quality, URC continues to shape vibrant, future-ready communities across the region.

Gulf Egytpt
Board of Directors

The Board of Directors brings together experienced leaders from United Real Estate Company (URC), offering strong strategic direction and guiding the company’s hospitality investments with a focus on sustainable growth and long-term value.

H.E. SHEIKH HAMAD SABAH AL-AHMAD AL-SABAH

Chairman

H.E. SHEIKHA BIBI NASSER SABAH AL-SABAH

Vice chairman

MR. MAHMOUD ALI TIFOUNI

Board Member

ENG. MISHARY SULEIMAN SALEH AL-MUHAILAN

Board Member

ENG. MOHSEN ABOU EL AZM

Board Member

Gulf Egytpt
Board of Directors

The Board of Directors brings together experienced leaders from United Real Estate Company (URC), offering strong strategic direction and guiding the company’s hospitality investments with a focus on sustainable growth and long-term value.

H.E. SHEIKH HAMAD SABAH AL-AHMAD AL-SABAH

Chairman

⁠MR. MISHARY AL-MUHAILAN

Board Member

H.E. SHEIKHA BIBI NASSER AL-SABAH

Vice chairman

ENG. MOHSEN ABOU EL AZM

Board Member

⁠MR. MAHMOUD TIFOUNI

Board Member

Executive Team

Eng. Tarek Elshazly

Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Ahmed El Hady

Head of Hospitality Operations

Eng. Magdy Soliman

Project Director

Eng. Mohamed Emam

Development Director

Mr. Wessam Essam

Finance Director

Mr. Alaa Abou Zaid

Advisor Government Relations

Mr. Adel Khalaf

Legal Advisor

Mrs. Nafissa Hassan

HR/Admin Director