The Foundation Is Already Here
Supporting Egypt’s next chapter in mining, industry, and precious metals.
As Egypt advances its mineral development ambitions, the infrastructure required to transform resources into internationally accepted products is already taking shape.
SAM Precious Metals established Egypt’s first and only internationally accredited precious metals refinery, creating a foundation for responsible processing, accredited production, and stronger connections between mining operations and global markets.
Sam at a Glance
Headquartered in Dubai, UAE
Established refinery operations in Cairo, Egypt
Egypt operations launched in 2021
Refining, minting, assaying, and analytical services
Precious metals products in gold, silver, and platinum
Internationally accredited, compliant, and responsibly sourced operations
Regional presence across the UAE, Egypt, and Ethiopia
Providing specialized industry education, technical training, higher education degrees, and professional development
Serving producing and consuming markets across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East
Integrated precious-metals ecosystem extending beyond refining
Built in Egypt. Expanding for the region.
SAM Precious Metals began trial operations in Egypt in March 2021, followed by the official launch of its Cairo refinery in September of the same year.
In 2022, SAM Egypt achieved Responsible Jewellery Council Code of Practices and Chain of Custody certifications, establishing it as the first and only internationally accredited precious metals refinery operating in Egypt.
The next phase will expand the Egypt facility to more than ten times its current scale, significantly increasing production capacity while also introducing new specialized facilities designed to broaden operational capabilities. This expansion will not only enhance existing refining and production processes, but also incorporate additional infrastructure to support advanced processing, analytical services, and value-added manufacturing. Together, these developments will strengthen SAM’s contribution to Egypt’s industrial growth, export potential, and overall precious-metals ecosystem.
Established refinery operations in Cairo
Trial operations launched in March 2021
Official operations launched in September 2021
RJC Code of Practices (CoP) certified in 2022
RJC Code of Custody (CoC) certified in 2022
Planned expansion to more than ten times the current scale
Greater capacity for refining, production, and value-added services
Supporting Egypt’s position within regional precious-metals markets
Accredited to operate across markets
SAM’s international accreditations provide the systems, controls, and product standards required to connect local precious-metals production with established global markets.
Certified responsible business practices across the precious-metals value chain
Verified controls for responsibly sourced and traceable materials
Accredited gold and silver products meeting recognized delivery standards
Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and IAS for internationally accredited laboratory testing and analytical capabilities
Certified ISO 9001:2015 for quality management systems ensuring consistent product and service excellence
Certified ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management systems supporting sustainable operations
Certified ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety management systems ensuring workplace safety
Certified ISO 10002:2014 for customer satisfaction and complaints management systems
CE Certification for compliance with European standards for product safety and conformity
Supporting independently certified responsible sourcing frameworks
Accredited to operate across markets
SAM’s international accreditations provide the systems, controls, and product standards required to connect local precious-metals production with established global markets.
Certified responsible business practices across the precious-metals value chain
Verified controls for responsibly sourced and traceable materials
Accredited gold and silver products meeting recognized delivery standards
Certified ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and IAS for internationally accredited laboratory testing and analytical capabilities
Certified ISO 9001:2015 for quality management systems ensuring consistent product and service excellence
Certified ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management systems supporting sustainable operations
Certified ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety management systems ensuring workplace safety
Certified ISO 10002:2014 for customer satisfaction and complaints management systems
CE Certification for compliance with European standards for product safety and conformity
Supporting independently certified responsible sourcing frameworks
Expertise across the value chain
Advanced Refining
High-purity gold and silver refining through controlled and internationally compliant processes.
Assaying & Analysis
Fire assay, instrumental analysis, and accurate precious-metals content verification.
In-House Minting
Production of gold, silver, and platinum bars, coins, and customized products.
Rock Sample Analysis
In-house testing of core, soil, and chip samples for mining and exploration operations.
Die Creation & Engineering
In-house design, engineering, and production of custom minting dies.
Precious-Metals Products
Casted bars, minted bars, grains, coins, and trademarked products.
Precious Chemicals
Production of chloroauric acid for specialized industrial applications.
End-to-End Processing & Value-Added Services
Integrated capabilities extending from geological samples and raw materials to certified final products.
Beyond Refining
SAM Precious Metals operates as more than a production facility. It has built an interconnected ecosystem designed to support governments, communities, mining companies, financial institutions, investors, and industry stakeholders across the precious-metals value chain.
Mining-to-Market Integration
Connecting extraction, analysis, refining, production, and market access
Regional Refining Infrastructure
Developing facilities and capabilities closer to precious-metals-producing countries
Institutional Collaboration
Supporting governments, industry stakeholders with systems adapted to local market realities
Trade & Market Access
Producing highly calibrated products designed for acceptance across international markets
Responsible Mining Development
Supporting the transition from informal activity to regulated and transparent mining practices
Industry Education
Developing technical and professional knowledge through the SAM Precious Metals Institute
Regional Connectivity
Linking operations and markets across the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the wider region
Sam Milestones
From Refining Excellence to Regional Infrastructure
2018
Foundation & Market Entry
Product Innovation
Released the first 999.9 gold bar under the SAM trademark
Regional Refining Leadership
Established the first regional silver-specialist refinery
Egypt Expansion Initiated
Signed joint venture agreement for Egypt operations
International Certifications Achieved
Secured five ISO and CE certifications across quality, environmental management, health and safety, and customer satisfaction
Industry Membership
Became the first UAE refinery to join the Responsible Jewellery Council as a member
2019
Egypt Refinery Development
Egypt refinery licensed and construction commenced
RJC Certification Milestone
Achieved first UAE Responsible Jewellery Council Code of Practices certification
Operational Expansion
2020
Egypt Construction Completed
Management Systems Certification
Industry Integration
Laboratory Accreditation
Operational Excellence Recognition
2021
Egypt Production Launch
International Certifications in Egypt
UAE Good Delivery – Silver
Market Participation
2022
Historic Accreditation in Egypt
UAE Good Delivery – Gold
Industry Recognition
Market Development
2023
Laboratory Excellence in Egypt
Infrastructure Expansion
Market Leadership
Industry Recognition
International Market Access
2024
National Export Leadership
Government Engagement
Responsible Sourcing Certifications
Market Recognition
Institutional Development
Sustainability Innovation
2025
Education Expansion
Global Recognition
Market Leadership Continuity
Leadership Recognition
Digital Transformation
Product Innovation
2026
Academic Collaboration
Technical Advancement
Egypt Expansion Phase
Regional Growth
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