A large-scale development introduced in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital combines real estate, infrastructure and investment within a single framework. Known as ‘The Spine’, the scheme is being developed by Talaat Moustafa Group and was presented by Hisham Talaat Moustafa, the CEO of Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), at a press conference attended by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. The project combines residential, commercial and hospitality uses with a Special Investment Zone and integrated infrastructure designed to support business activity.
The developer describes the scheme as a ‘cognitive city’, referring to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) across its systems. The project integrates digital infrastructure, services and urban functions to support business and daily life.
A 165-tower masterplan with extensive green coverage
The Spine is among the largest privately led developments in the region, with total investments exceeding EGP 1.4 trillion ($27.06bn) and paid-up capital of EGP69bn ($1.33bn), supported through a partnership with the National Bank of Egypt. The project is expected to contribute about 1% to Egypt’s GDP, while generating tax revenues of approximately EGP818bn ($15.8bn). It is also expected to create 55,000 direct and 100,000 indirect jobs.
The masterplan includes 165 towers across residential, commercial and hospitality uses. Green spaces are planned to cover approximately 70% of the site. The development is intended to accommodate a large number of visitors each year while maintaining a mix of built and open areas.
A Special Investment Zone is included, with simplified procedures and a dedicated regulatory framework. The zone is intended to make it easier for companies to establish operations, supported by digital infrastructure and integrated services.
AI-led systems and a fully underground logistics network
The project includes digital infrastructure designed to enable business activity and manage services across the site.
One of the features outlined is a fully underground logistics network, intended to handle movement of goods and services below ground level. This separates logistics from surface-level activity, allowing commercial and public spaces to function without direct interference from servicing operations.
The development is also described as using self-learning systems that adapt over time based on patterns of use.
The project includes a partnership with Houston Methodist Hospital, with a separate facility under construction in Madinaty and scheduled to open in April 2027. It also includes insurance coverage exceeding EGP30bn ($580m).
