Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), conducted an extensive inspection tour of the Neon Battersea Power Station in London. The visit aimed to finalize arrangements for the seventh stop of the prestigious touring exhibition, "Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs."
The exhibition is set to debut in the British capital on February 28, 2026, and will continue to welcome visitors until August 30, 2026, following its successful run in Tokyo, Japan.
Rigorous Technical and Security Review
During the tour, Dr. Khaled meticulously reviewed the exhibition halls to ensure they meet the stringent requirements for hosting Egyptian treasures. His review covered:
Technical Readiness: Evaluating lighting, climate control, and display durations.
Safety Protocols: Testing advanced security systems, including motion sensors, 24/7 surveillance, and automated fire suppression.
Logistical Security: Inspecting the entry routes for the artifacts and the high-security storage vaults designated for the assembly phase.
Dr. Khaled held several coordination meetings with the exhibition organizers to discuss the official opening ceremony, emphasizing the need for the event to reflect the historical significance of the artifacts.
A Global Ambassador for Egyptian Heritage
Dr. Khaled noted that such exhibitions act as "cultural ambassadors," showcasing the ingenuity of ancient Egyptian civilization in art, science, and engineering. He highlighted their role in:
Strengthening cultural ties between nations.
Promoting Egypt as a primary global destination for cultural tourism.
Highlights of the Collection
The exhibition showcases 180 authentic artifacts, primarily from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, featuring:
The world-renowned Sarcophagus of King Ramses II (on loan from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization).
Unique discoveries from the Bubasteion at Saqqara.
An array of gold jewelry, statues, and colorful wooden coffins representing Egyptian artistry from the Middle Kingdom to the Late Period.
The World Tour
Since its launch in 2021, the exhibition has traveled from Houston and San Francisco to Paris, Sydney, Cologne, and Tokyo, consistently drawing massive international audiences before arriving at its next major destination: London.
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