AI video analytics at the edge
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Event overview
Overview
ICA Africa 2027 brings together leaders from the instrumentation, automation, and cybersecurity sectors to address critical challenges in the oil and gas industry. The event features keynote speakers, technical presentations, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and innovation.
Attendees will gain insights into the latest technologies and solutions shaping the future of the industry. ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: ICA Africa 2027 runs from 1st to 3rd February 2027 at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo, Egypt.
- 2Scale and Focus: The event will host over 500 attendees, 40 speakers, and 60 exhibitors from 20 countries.
- 3Organiser: This event is organized by Aldrich Energy, a firm specializing in the oil and energy sector.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include engineers, operations managers, and automation specialists from national oil companies and international operators.
- 5Entry: Registration is open now for delegates, exhibitors, and sponsors.
Why visit
Attendees will benefit from direct access to industry leaders and technology providers, gaining insights into the latest innovations and solutions. The event offers numerous networking opportunities, allowing professionals to connect and collaborate on pressing industry challenges. Participants can also attend technical presentations and panel discussions to enhance their knowledge and expertise.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will showcase their latest products and innovations to a targeted audience, gaining valuable leads and enhancing brand visibility. The event provides a platform to connect with key decision-makers from Africa's energy sector, maximizing exposure and business opportunities. Exhibitors can also participate in networking sessions to build strategic partnerships.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Instrumentation and control engineers from national oil companies, refineries and petrochemical plants
Automation and SCADA specialists from upstream, midstream and downstream energy operators
OT cybersecurity leads and industrial network architects in energy, utilities and critical infrastructure
Operations and maintenance managers responsible for plant reliability, turnaround planning and control system uptime
Asset integrity, inspection and non-destructive testing specialists focused on pressure equipment, pipelines and corrosion
Project engineers and EPC contractors specifying field instruments, control valves and safety systems
HSE and functional safety engineers working to SIL and hazardous-area standards
Digital transformation and IIoT leads evaluating sensors, analytics and remote monitoring
Procurement and supply-chain managers sourcing instrumentation and automation for African energy projects
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of field instrumentation for pressure, temperature, flow, level and analytical measurement
Control system vendors for DCS, SCADA, PLC and RTU platforms
Industrial cybersecurity providers for OT network monitoring, segmentation and incident response
Automation and safety system suppliers for process control, interlocking and emergency shutdown
Asset integrity and NDT service companies offering inspection, corrosion monitoring and calibration
Functional safety and hazardous-area equipment suppliers, including SIL-rated systems and explosion-proof enclosures
Digital twin, IIoT and remote-monitoring software providers for oil, gas and utilities
Engineering consultancies and systems integrators for instrumentation, control and automation projects
Service providers for installation, commissioning, maintenance and workforce training
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Field instruments for pressure, temperature, flow and level
Analytical and process analyzers
Control valves, actuators and regulators
DCS, SCADA, PLC and RTU platforms
Industrial cybersecurity for OT environments
Functional safety and SIL-rated systems
Asset integrity, corrosion monitoring and NDT
Calibration and test equipment
Wireless sensors and IIoT devices
Digital twin and remote monitoring software
Hazardous-area and explosion-proof equipment
Systems integration and engineering services
Location & Facilities
Venue
The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
Facilities
Parking
The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo in Cairo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo in Cairo typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Cairo, Egypt
Why it matters
For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase on 2027-02-01 to 2027-02-03 at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.
Industry trends
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EGP
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Cairo International Airport
Primary international gateway with the widest choice of scheduled flights. Allow extra time for traffic
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-75 minutes to the New Administrative Capital
by car
Capital International Airport
Closest airport to the New Capital in the Cairo airports capture; smaller gateway, verify scheduled services before booking
TBA
to venue
Short transfer to the New Administrative Capital; confirm commercial service
by car
Sphinx International Airport
West Cairo airport useful for some seasonal and charter services; confirm routes and transfer time
TBA
to venue
Approx. 75-110 minutes to the New Administrative Capital
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
5-star luxury (venue hotel)
New CapitalUSD 230–265 / night
Marriott-operated luxury property that hosts the event; listed on Marriott with an events page for the venue. [source: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/caixa-the-st-regis-new-capital-cairo/overview/]
sourceAlmasa Capital
Upper-mid / serviced suites
New Capital, approx. 300 m from venueUSD 150–190 / night
Google Travel capture lists Almasa Capital about 300 m from the venue with free breakfast, Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center and spa. Price band not shown in capture.
The New Capital Accommodations
Mid-range apartments
New Capital, approx. 3.1 km from venueUSD 150–190 / night
Google Travel capture lists free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, air conditioning, breakfast and full-service laundry at about 3.1 km from the venue.
Royal Regency Hotel
4-star
New Capital area, approx. 19.5 km from venueUSD 150–190 / night
Google Travel capture lists this 4-star property with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, pools, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness center and restaurant; roughly 19.5 km from the venue.
Tolip Hotel Olympic International City
5-star
Olympic International City, approx. 12.4 km from venueUSD 230–265 / night
Google Travel capture lists this 5-star hotel with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, spa, restaurant, room service and full-service laundry; roughly 12.4 km from the venue.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport taxi / private transfer
Estimated costEGP typical taxi or rideshare to the venue district (confirm before travel)
Best forCairo International Airport (CAI) to The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
Cairo Airport to the New Administrative Capital is a long road transfer; allow 45-75 minutes depending traffic. Ride-hailing and pre-booked transfers are common.
Ride-hailing / taxi
Estimated costEGP typical taxi or rideshare to the venue district (confirm before travel)
Best forHotel in New Capital to The St. Regis New Capital
Nearest captured hotels are about 300 m to 3.1 km from the venue, so walking or a short ride is realistic.
Taxi
Estimated costEGP typical taxi or rideshare to the venue district (confirm before travel)
Best forCapital International Airport to The St. Regis New Capital
Closest airport to the New Capital; confirm commercial service and taxi availability before relying on this gateway.
Taxi
Estimated costEGP typical taxi or rideshare to the venue district (confirm before travel)
Best forSphinx International Airport (SPX) to The St. Regis New Capital
West Cairo gateway with a longer transfer; confirm scheduled flights and return taxi arrangements.
Ride-hailing / taxi
Estimated costEGP typical taxi or rideshare to the venue district (confirm before travel)
Best forCentral Cairo hotels to The St. Regis New Capital
No direct metro or bus route was found in the captures; plan 45-75 minutes and avoid peak traffic where possible.
Parking
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forPrivate car at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
On-site parking is available at the St. Regis per the venue capture; confirm daily rates and hall access.
Weather
Cairo around late January and early February is typically mild and dry, but the weather family failed in the free-sources pass; check a live forecast before packing. The Open-Meteo air-quality forecast for Cairo showed US AQI around 58 and PM2.5 around 14.2 µg/m3; sensitive travellers should check local advisories.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Egypt.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Currency
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP). Cards are widely accepted at the St. Regis and larger hotels in the New Capital, but carry some cash for taxis and small vendors.
New Capital district
The St. Regis New Capital sits in Egypt's purpose-built New Administrative Capital, east of Cairo. Many nearby hotels and services are new, so confirm opening hours and taxi availability the week you travel.
Arrival
Allow extra time on the first show day for security screening and to navigate the hotel-conference layout at The St. Regis New Capital.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Book into Cairo International Airport (CAI). Google Flights price snapshots for 1 Feb 2027 show one-stop London fares from approx. EGP 27,700 and New York fares from approx. EGP 40,800; low fares cluster on one-stop routings via IST, WAW, MUC, CDG, FCO or LHR. Confirm visa and passport rules before purchase.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Cairo International Airport: Approx. 45-75 minutes to the New Administrative Capital; Capital International Airport: Short transfer to the New Administrative Capital; confirm commercial service; Sphinx International Airport: Approx. 75-110 minutes to the New Administrative Capital. Allow road or rail time to The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo: New Capital: The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo; New Capital, approx. 300 m from venue: Almasa Capital; New Capital, approx. 3.1 km from venue: The New Capital Accommodations.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Cairo; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Public transit in the New Capital is still developing; the capture found no direct metro or bus route from central Cairo to The St. Regis New Capital. Plan on taxi or private transfer from Cairo International Airport (CAI) and from central Cairo hotels.
Parking: On-site parking is available at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: Approx. 10-21 C (50-70 F) in late January and early February; mornings can be cool and afternoons mild.
Seasonality: Cairo is mostly dry in this window, but light rain is possible. Air quality can vary; check a live forecast and AQI before travel.
Packing: Cairo around late January and early February is typically mild and dry, but the weather family failed in the free-sources pass; check a live forecast before packing. The Open-Meteo air-quality forecast for Cairo showed US AQI around 58 and PM2.5 around 14.2 µg/m3; sensitive travellers should check l
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Reserve a hotel: The St. Regis New Capital at the venue, Almasa Capital about 300 m away, or The New Capital Accommodations about 3.1 km away. — Captured distances; confirm live EGP rates and cancellation terms.
Day 2
Book flights into Cairo International Airport (CAI); compare one-stop and nonstop options. — A captured Google Flights snapshot for 1 Feb 2027 showed London one-stop fares from approx. EGP 27,700; recheck live fares.
Day 3
Arrange a CAI-to-New-Capital transfer or ride-hailing pickup; allow 45-75 minutes by road. — No direct metro or bus route was found in the captures.
Day 4
Register for ICA Africa and save your confirmation; check badge collection hours. — Registration is via icaafricaevent.com; pass prices and deadlines were not in the capture.
Day 5
Shortlist instrumentation, automation and OT cybersecurity exhibitors from the exhibitor list.; Book meetings with suppliers of field instruments, control systems and asset integrity services. — Use the exhibitor directory and schedule page to align meeting times.
Day 6
Review your plant's pain points: SIL gaps, control system obsolescence, cybersecurity segmentation and calibration backlog.; Check the schedule page for conference sessions and plan which tracks to attend. — Schedule URL: https://icaafricaevent.com/schedule.
Day 7
Arrange travel insurance and save emergency contacts, including your embassy and local hospital details. — Confirm coverage for Egypt and any onward travel.
Day 8
Pack business cards, a light layer for cool mornings, and a type C/F power adapter for Egypt. — Egypt uses 220 V; confirm your devices support the local voltage.
Day 9
Download ride-hailing and offline map apps; save hotel and venue addresses in Arabic and English. — Ride-hailing is commonly used in Cairo; confirm local availability.
Day 10
Confirm the current ICA Africa dates, venue and registration window on icaafricaevent.com, then block travel dates.; Recheck weather, air quality and flight status; reconfirm airport transfer and hotel booking. — Open-Meteo air quality for Cairo showed US AQI around 58 in the capture; check live readings.
Day 11
Check Egypt visa or e-visa eligibility for your passport and confirm at least six months of passport validity. — The free-sources pass did not return a visa family; verify with the official Egyptian portal or embassy.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase registration concourse
The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsEGP 190.00
- Per diem × 2EGP 150.00
Estimated totalEGP 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Instrumentation and control systems and Cybersecurity solutions for industrial e solutions and benchmarking suppliers at ICA Africa- The Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation Conference and Showcase in Cairo.
Min. budget
$680.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Instrumentation and control systems and Cybersecurity solutions for industrial e products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$3,060.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Cairo show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is ICA Africa?
ICA Africa is an instrumentation, control and automation event for Africa's energy sector, with exhibits and content covering field instruments, control systems, industrial cybersecurity, asset integrity and digital transformation. The official site is icaafricaevent.com.
Where is ICA Africa held?
At The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo, in Egypt's New Administrative Capital. The venue hotel is listed on Marriott as The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo.
Who should attend ICA Africa?
Instrumentation and control engineers, automation and SCADA specialists, OT cybersecurity leads, operations and maintenance managers, asset integrity and NDT specialists, project engineers, functional safety engineers and procurement teams from oil, gas, petrochemical and utility operators.
What products and technologies are on show?
Exhibits cover field instruments, analytical equipment, control valves, DCS, SCADA, PLC and RTU platforms, industrial cybersecurity for OT, SIL-rated safety systems, asset integrity and NDT services, calibration equipment, wireless sensors, digital twin software and hazardous-area equipment.
How do I register for ICA Africa?
Use the organiser site at icaafricaevent.com. The capture did not show pass prices, registration deadlines or badge collection hours, so confirm those details on the official registration page before booking travel.
Is there a published programme?
A schedule page exists at https://icaafricaevent.com/schedule. The capture did not list timed sessions, so check that page for the current programme and any conference tracks.
How do I get from Cairo International Airport to the venue?
Plan on a taxi, ride-hailing car or pre-booked private transfer. The captures found no direct metro or bus route from central Cairo to The St. Regis New Capital. Allow roughly 45-75 minutes by road depending traffic, and confirm the fare before departure.
What currency should I budget in?
The host currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP). Hotels and exhibitors may quote in USD or EGP; confirm card acceptance and the live exchange rate before you travel.
Do I need a visa to attend ICA Africa?
Visa rules depend on your nationality. Egypt offers an e-visa and, for some passports, visa on arrival; confirm eligibility, fees and processing time with the official Egyptian e-visa portal or your nearest embassy before booking.
What is the weather like around the event?
Late January and early February are usually mild and mostly dry in Cairo, with cool mornings and mild afternoons. Check a live forecast and air-quality reading before packing; sensitive travellers should watch AQI advisories.
Which hotels are near the venue?
Captured options include The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo at the venue; Almasa Capital about 300 m away; The New Capital Accommodations about 3.1 km away; Tolip Hotel Olympic International City about 12.4 km away; and Royal Regency Hotel about 19.5 km away. Confirm live rates and shuttle options.
Glossary
- Instrumentation
- The field devices and systems that measure pressure, temperature, flow, level and composition, and send those signals to control and safety systems.
- PLC
- Programmable logic controller; a rugged industrial computer used for discrete and process control, interlocking and sequencing.
- DCS
- Distributed control system; an integrated platform for continuous process control across a plant, with operator workstations and controllers.
- SCADA
- Supervisory control and data acquisition; a system for remote monitoring and control of assets such as pipelines, wells and utilities.
- RTU
- Remote terminal unit; field hardware that collects sensor data and executes control commands at remote sites.
- HART
- Highway Addressable Remote Transducer; a digital signal layered on a 4-20 mA loop for configuration and diagnostics of field instruments.
- Fieldbus
- A digital industrial network that connects field instruments and actuators to control systems, carrying multiple signals and diagnostics over a shared bus.
- SIL
- Safety Integrity Level; a risk-reduction rating for safety instrumented functions, from SIL 1 to SIL 4, defined by IEC 61508 and related standards.
- OT cybersecurity
- Protecting operational technology, including controllers, networks and field devices, from cyber threats that could disrupt safe and reliable plant operations.
- Asset integrity
- Managing the condition and fitness-for-service of pressure equipment, pipelines and structures through inspection, monitoring and maintenance.
- NDT
- Non-destructive testing; inspection methods such as ultrasonic, radiographic and magnetic testing used to find defects without damaging the asset.
- Digital twin
- A virtual model of a physical asset or process, fed with live data, used for simulation, diagnostics and performance optimisation.
- Calibration
- Comparing an instrument's output with a known reference and adjusting it to meet accuracy requirements.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- ICA Africa 2027
- Instrumentation Conference Cairo
- Cybersecurity Conference Egypt
- Automation Showcase Africa
- ICA Africa Cairo 2027
- The Instrumentation 2027
- The Instrumentation Cairo 2027
- Cybersecurity 2027
- Cybersecurity Cairo 2027
- Automation Conference 2027
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