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Ministry of State for Antiquities
		

				

				

				

					

			

		

				

				

				

				

			
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JV Arab Contractors
		

				

				

				

			
Balfour Beatty
		

				

				

				

					

			

		

				

				

				

				

			
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Alexandria, Egypt
		

				

					

		

				

			

						

				

			
Alexandria Bibliotheca
		

				

				

				

							
Project Overview:
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria) is a major library and cultural centre located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea in Alexandria, Egypt. It is a revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria, which was one of the most significant and largest libraries of the ancient world. The new library was inaugurated in 2002 and serves as a centre of learning, culture, and scientific research for the region and the world. It houses a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and other resources, and also hosts museums, art galleries, a planetarium, and other cultural institutions. The library is intended to be a place of dialogue, learning, and understanding between different cultures.   
						

				

					

		

					

		

				

						

					

			

						

				

					

			

		

				

				

				

				

							
Key Components:
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina comprises several key components, including:
  • The Main Library: Housing a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and multimedia resources.
  • Specialized Libraries: Dedicated to specific subjects and collections.
  • Museums: Showcasing science, manuscripts, and the history of science.
  • Art Galleries: Exhibiting contemporary and historical art.
  • Planetarium Science Center: Offering interactive science exhibits and a planetarium.
  • Conference Center: Hosting international conferences and events.
  • Restoration Laboratory: Preserving and restoring ancient manuscripts and artifacts.
  • Open Access Plaza: A public space for cultural events and performances.
  • Administration Buildings: Supporting the library’s operations.
						

				

					

		

				

			

							

		

					

		

				

						

					

			

						

				

					

			

		

				

				

				

				

										

																					

										

							

				

					

		

				

			

						

				

					

			

		

				

				

				

				

							
ECPC’s Scope of Work:
ECPC is honored to have been a part of this remarkable project, supplying 2,470 square meters of exquisite and durable interior decorative panels. These panels helped create an inspiring atmosphere that reflects the library’s dedication to knowledge and cultural exchange.