Sirte— The flour mill at the Sirte Milling and Fodder Complex officially commenced production on Monday, marking the facility’s return to service following an extensive rehabilitation project. The reopening of the plant is seen as a significant step in restoring industrial capacity to the city and strengthening regional food security.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by the Director General of the National Development Agency, the Mayor of Sirte, the city’s security director, and the local economic monitor. The project, overseen by the National Development Agency, involved the reconstruction and modernization of the facility over a ten-month period after a long period of inactivity.
The facility consists of a five-story production unit supported by six grain storage silos, each with a capacity of 1,000 tons. According to technical specifications provided at the opening, the plant has a daily production capacity of approximately 150 tons of flour and 35 tons of bran.
Local officials stated that the revival of the complex is intended to stimulate the local economy and provide new employment opportunities for residents. The project aligns with broader developmental goals under the “Libya 2030” vision, which focuses on rebuilding infrastructure and transitioning toward a more productive national economy.
The resumption of operations at the mill is part of a series of ongoing efforts to reactivate vital projects in Sirt. Proponents of the project noted that the facility’s return to the production cycle serves as a practical indicator of the city’s recovery and its role in the country’s industrial landscape.