Emsteel Group announced the supply of 5,000 tons of high-quality U-shaped bearing plates to the Suez Canal in Egypt, supporting the new floating movable bridge project.

This bridge represents an advanced engineering solution that enhances the connection between the eastern and western banks of the canal without affecting maritime navigation, marking a new phase in developing the infrastructure along one of the world’s most strategic waterways.

Emsteel’s products form the fundamental base for the bridge’s dock structures, providing high durability and structural flexibility to ensure the sustainability of this vital crossing.

Following previous supplies of high-quality Z-shaped bearing plates for major projects of the Suez Canal Authority, this new project confirms the ongoing partnership momentum between Emsteel and the authority, strengthening the group’s role in enabling global trade routes and driving long-term development paths in the region.

Engineer Saeed Ghamran Al-Rumaithi, CEO of Emsteel Group, stated that the project embodies the group’s commitment to delivering solutions and products that elevate technical and engineering standards, contributing to shaping a promising future for infrastructure in Egypt and beyond. It also reflects the Suez Canal Authority’s renewed trust in Emsteel as a reliable partner for major national projects.

Bearing plates are among Emsteel Group’s most prominent products, globally recognized for their durability, versatility, and sustainability. These plates provide reliable solutions for retaining walls, dock structures, foundations, and flood protection systems, ensuring structural stability and environmental flexibility for vital projects.

As the sole manufacturer of hot-rolled bearing plates in the Middle East and North Africa, Emsteel combines solid regional expertise with a unique ability to support strategic infrastructure projects in global markets.