EXITS
Dar Al Fouad Hospital
Healthcare · 1995 – 2019
A specialized medical center established under Egypt’s Investment Law, Dar Al Fouad provided advanced surgical care across cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery, neurosurgery, and organ transplantation, together with a comprehensive range of medical services and an adjoining 150-room hospitality wing for patients and their families. Sofico held its stake for over two decades before realizing the investment in 2019.
Giza Systems
Technology & Engineering · 1988 – 2022
An Egyptian joint-stock company founded in 1988, Giza Systems specialized in the maintenance, assembly, operation, and engineering consultancy of electronic computing equipment, systems design, automation and control systems, measurement and instrumentation, and wired and wireless communications solutions. Over a holding period of more than three decades, Sofico realized its investment in 2022.
Omar Makram & Partner
Fuel Retail · 1972 – 2005
Founded in 1972, Omar Makram & Partner grew into Egypt’s top-selling service station and the second-highest performing globally, moving 2.6 million liters of Mobil fuel per month. Sofico realized the investment in 2005, when Exxon-Mobil re-acquired the station operation at a 73x multiple.
Soficom
Internet & Telecom · 1995 – 2000
Founded in 1995, Soficom was among Egypt’s earliest internet service providers, laying the groundwork for the country’s first steps into digital connectivity. Following a strategic 50% sale in 1999, Batelco acquired the full shareholding in 2000 at a 135x multiple.
SIFE
Manufacturing · 1986 – 1998
Founded in 1986 through a joint venture with France’s Jacob Delafon, SIFE became a trusted manufacturer of premium sanitary fittings and bathroom accessories. Its consistent focus on quality drew global interest, culminating in a 1998 sale to Kohler of the United States at an 8x multiple.