Industrial solutions for foundries, steel plants, refractory users, non-ferrous operations, and mineral industries — backed by 25+ years of process expertise.
Explore our solutionsMaterials, process knowledge, and technical support — not just products.
OPTES Group connects trusted international technologies with the real operating needs of regional industry — supplying materials backed by process know-how, not just sales.
From iron, steel, and non-ferrous foundries to refractory users, mineral industries, and high-temperature applications, OPTES helps clients improve process outcomes, reduce waste, and build higher-value industrial materials across MENA & Africa.
See our business unitsMore than 25 years of active metallurgical, foundry, refractory, and mineral industry experience applied to product selection, process support, and technical recommendations.
Strategic relationships with established international manufacturers, giving customers access to proven materials, systems, and technologies backed by OPTES technical support.
Deep understanding of operating conditions, supply chain realities, and industrial development priorities across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Angola, MENA, and Africa.
Blending, grinding, coatings, binders, and mineral-preparation capabilities developed in Egypt since 2022 to support regional supply and value-added production.
Foundries, steel plants, refractory users and mineral operations served across the region.
Metallurgical, refractory and mineral product lines backed by technical support.
Supply and technical support across MENA, Africa and international routes.
OPTES connects metallurgical solutions, mineral solutions, and consultation & training to support customers from material selection to process improvement.
Foundry and melt-shop materials for iron, steel, aluminium and non-ferrous applications — ferro alloys, melt treatment products, foundry coatings, core and mould binders, carbon additives, feeding systems, slag control and selected metallurgical equipment.
Unit 02Industrial minerals, zircon solutions, black sand minerals, mineral development and beneficiation support for ceramics, refractories, foundry, glass, chemical and metallurgical industries.
Unit 03Process-driven consultation, audits, mineral development support and technical training for foundry, metallurgical, refractory, non-ferrous and mineral industries.
Built in Egypt, developed for regional industry.
Since 2022, OPTES has been developing local blending, grinding, foundry coatings, binders, refractory support products, and mineral-preparation capabilities in Egypt to support faster supply, technical control, customised formulations, and value-added industrial production.
Local manufacturing is part of OPTES’ longer-term strategy to transform selected raw materials and international technologies into practical industrial products for regional markets.
Discuss a custom formulationOPTES’ work across materials, process support, and mineral development is directed toward three interconnected areas.
Although OPTES Group was officially established in 2020, its foundation is built on more than 25 years of industrial experience led by its founder, Eng. Mahmoud Youssef, active in metallurgical, foundry, refractory, non-ferrous, and mineral-related industries since 1997.
OPTES was established to bridge the gap between trusted international industrial technologies and the real needs of regional industry — combining materials, consultation, technical support, local manufacturing development, and regional market experience.
Founded in Egypt as an engineering, consulting, and industrial solutions company serving metallurgical, foundry, steel, refractory, non-ferrous, and mineral-related industries.
Began developing local manufacturing capabilities in Egypt, including blending, grinding, foundry coatings, binders, refractory support products, and mineral preparation.
INTERMET Trading L.L.C-FZ established in Dubai to support international trading, procurement, and export activities across Africa, the Middle East, and global supply routes.
Expanded regional presence through ANGOMELT in Angola to support ferrous and non-ferrous melting, industrial supply, and metallurgical development.
Expanded into mineral development, black sand beneficiation support, zircon solutions, and value-added industrial mineral projects.
Six commitments that shape how OPTES selects materials, advises customers, and builds long-term industrial relationships.
Metallurgical and process know-how behind the materials, systems, and technical support OPTES provides.
Consistent supply, selected materials, and dependable follow-up that customers can plan around.
Long-term relationships built on technical support, transparency, and shared industrial value.
Honest technical advice focused on what is suitable for the customer's process and operating conditions.
Developing local manufacturing and value-added industrial capabilities in the regions OPTES serves.
Continuous development of products, processes, and technical performance to support better industrial results.
Led by founder & CEO Eng. Mahmoud Youssef, OPTES combines 25+ years of metallurgical experience with a growing network of engineers, technical specialists, and PhD-level consultants supporting metallurgical, foundry, refractory, non-ferrous, and mineral-development projects across MENA & Africa.
Metallurgical engineer with 25+ years of experience across foundry, refractory, metallurgical, non-ferrous, and mineral-related industries, supported by an MBA in business administration.
“OPTES was built to be more than a supplier. Our purpose is to connect reliable materials, trusted technologies, and practical process knowledge to help industrial customers improve performance, reduce waste, and build long-term value.”Eng. Mahmoud Youssef — Founder & CEO, OPTES Group
Process support for foundries, melt shops, refractory users, steel plants, and high-temperature industries.
Specialised support in metallurgy, mineral development, beneficiation, quality control, process evaluation, and technical due diligence.
Regional technical sales and customer support, connecting clients with suitable materials, suppliers, and process solutions.
International and specialist partners supporting OPTES with industrial materials, systems, and technical know-how.
Industrial customers and project references across metallurgical, refractory, mineral, and infrastructure sectors.
Answers to common questions about OPTES Group, our business units, and the sectors we serve.
OPTES Group connects trusted international technologies with the real operating needs of regional industry, supplying materials, process knowledge, and technical support for foundry, steel, refractory, non-ferrous, and mineral applications across MENA & Africa.
OPTES Group was established in Egypt in 2020 by founder and CEO Eng. Mahmoud Youssef, whose industrial career spans more than 25 years in metallurgical, foundry, refractory, non-ferrous, and mineral-related industries since 1997.
OPTES serves iron and steel foundries, non-ferrous foundries, steel plants, refractory users, cement plants, glass and ceramic industries, mining and mineral processing operations, and industrial mineral users across MENA & Africa.
OPTES Group operates through three specialist business units: Metallurgical Solutions, Mineral Solutions, and Consultation & Training.
Since 2022, OPTES has developed local manufacturing capabilities in Egypt, including blending, grinding, foundry coatings, binders, refractory support products, and mineral preparation.
From material selection to long-term process improvement — talk to the OPTES technical team.
