Europe Turns to Algeria as Condor Secures 250,000 Air Conditioner Export Deal

Algeria is strengthening its position as a rising manufacturing hub after Condor Electronics, one of the country’s leading appliance producers, secured orders for 250,000 air-conditioning units from European buyers. The deal comes as heatwaves across southern Europe, particularly in France, Spain and Italy, have increased demand for cooling equipment and left many retailers struggling to maintain supplies. Unlike imports from Asia that can take several weeks to arrive, Algerian-made air conditioners can reach European markets much faster due to Algeria’s geographic proximity to Europe. Some

Algeria is strengthening its position as a rising manufacturing hub after Condor Electronics, one of the country’s leading appliance producers, secured orders for 250,000 air-conditioning units from European buyers. The deal comes as heatwaves across southern Europe, particularly in France, Spain and Italy, have increased demand for cooling equipment and left many retailers struggling to maintain supplies. Unlike imports from Asia that can take several weeks to arrive, Algerian-made air conditioners can reach European markets much faster due to Algeria’s geographic proximity to Europe. Some shipments can arrive within just a few days, giving the country a competitive advantage during periods of high demand. The export programme was highlighted during a visit by Algeria’s Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion to Condor’s industrial facilities, where officials showcased the company’s growing production capacity. Condor Electronics, owned by the Benhamadi family, has grown from a domestic appliance manufacturer into one of North Africa’s largest electronics producers, making products including televisions, refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners. The company’s growth has been supported by a partnership with Chinese electronics giant Hisense, which helped develop what has been described as Africa’s largest air-conditioner manufacturing complex. The facility has the capacity to produce up to two million air-conditioning units annually, with a large share of production aimed at export markets. For Algeria, the success of Condor represents a broader economic strategy to reduce dependence on oil and natural gas exports by expanding manufacturing and increasing non-energy exports. Government officials say companies such as Condor demonstrate that Algerian products can compete in international markets while creating jobs and generating new export revenues. Beyond Europe, Algeria is also expanding appliance exports to neighbouring African countries, including Tunisia, Libya and Mauritania, as it seeks to increase its role in regional and global supply chains. The development highlights a changing manufacturing landscape, where countries closer to major markets are gaining importance as businesses look for faster and more reliable supply chains. For Algeria, the 250,000-unit order is seen as a major step toward becoming a stronger industrial player connecting Africa, Europe and the Middle East.