Alexandria University has announced the five winning teams of its PILOT university business incubator’s pre-incubation competition. The event, which was the culmination of the “Daqwa Al-Shamasy” summer 2025 workshop series, saw 28 teams from various universities compete.
By the Numbers
- 5: Winning teams from the final competition.
- 28: Teams from governmental, private, and technological universities participated.
- 5: Days of intensive training workshops held for the participants.
An Intensive Program for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
The program included a five-day intensive training camp aimed at developing the entrepreneurial skills of the participants. The workshops, led by specialized trainers, covered a wide range of essential topics, including:
- The role of business incubators.
- Marketing and digital marketing.
- Artificial intelligence.
- Intellectual property.
- Prototyping, financing mechanisms, and mentorship.
The Winning Teams
Following a strong competition, the five winning teams were announced:
- WAYPRO Team: Supervised by Dr. Sherif Kandil from the Faculty of Agriculture, Alexandria University.
- Tourigo Team: Supervised by Dr. Dina Hosni El-Naggar from the Faculty of Engineering, Benha National University.
- FMS Team: Supervised by Dr. Mohamed Samir from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport.
- Pharma Safe Link Team: Supervised by Dr. Ibrahim Shoaib from Borg El Arab Technological University.
- Patients Together Team: Supervised by Dr. Alaa Gamea from the Faculty of Business, Alexandria University.
A Commitment to University-Led Innovation
The organizers of the PILOT incubator affirmed their commitment to supporting innovative university projects and transforming them into viable models that meet the demands of the labor market and contribute to the local economy.
Looking Ahead
The success of this competition and the diverse range of projects presented highlight the growing culture of innovation within Egyptian universities. By providing a structured pathway from idea to business, Alexandria University is playing a key role in building the next generation of entrepreneurs in the country.
Source: Ahram Gate
