Algeria's Ministry of Industry is preparing to launch a full industrial inventory and census nationwide, an ambitious initiative designed to create a "precise map" of national production capacities. This large-scale undertaking, described by the Ministry as a critical step for industrial development, aims to build a detailed database on actual national production, manufacturing capacity volume, and the specific types of industrial inputs used across various sectors. Beyond mapping current capabilities, the census also seeks to identify institutional needs and outline future projects essential for economic growth and diversification. The Ministry of Industry has already begun a detailed qualitative inventory of several key industrial sectors, including chemical industries, paper, plastics, and building materials, laying the groundwork for the broader census.
As part of this extensive data collection effort, the Directorate of Industry for the Algiers province has sent correspondence to economic operators and institutions operating within these specific industrial sectors. This communication formally requests the submission of key technical and production data. Institutions are required to submit the requested information via email to [email protected] by Wednesday, May 13, 2026. This deadline shows the urgency and importance placed on timely and accurate data submission for the successful completion of the census.
Data Collection Details
The industrial inventory will gather a wide array of detailed data points to ensure a thorough understanding of Algeria's industrial landscape. This includes information on actual production outputs, the quantities of recoverable by-products generated, and the extent of reliance on external technical services and specialized laboratories. The census aims to meticulously monitor planned investment projects across all sectors and assess the specific research and development requirements needed to foster innovation and technological advancement.
The information requested from economic operators and institutions is full, covering specifics on material inputs, the technical services utilized, and key details regarding licenses and conformity certificates. Businesses are also asked to provide data on their training programs, the nature of their final products, and the precise volume of their production. A significant focus is also placed on the generation of recoverable by-products and industrial waste, aiming to understand resource efficiency and environmental impact. Additionally, businesses are required to provide information on any ongoing or planned investment projects, detailing their scope and expected impact. The census also seeks to identify their needs for specialized technical structures, such as advanced laboratories and strong research and development capabilities. Correspondence number 365/2026, issued on April 30, 2025, by the Directorate of Industry for Algiers province, specifically showed the critical importance of submitting accurate and reliable data for the success of this critical national census.
Provincial Outreach and Digital Platform
In parallel with the data request, Directorates of Industry across various provinces have extended invitations to economic institutions, urging them to register on the industry sector's digital platform. This directive aligns with a joint ministerial decision issued on April 26, 2025, emphasizing a unified approach to data management and digital engagement. The initial digital platform registration period was subsequently extended until April 30, 2026, by the Directorate of Industry in Bordj Bou Arréridj province. This extension was granted in response to acknowledged delays encountered by some manufacturing institutions in completing their registration.
The Directorate of Industry in Bordj Bou Arréridj specifically called upon unregistered institutions to finalize their registration processes without further delay. These institutions are also required to submit two hard copies of their declaration directly to the Directorate to ensure complete record-keeping. The correspondence outlining these requirements from Bordj Bou Arréridj was officially signed by Latifa Rahmani, the Director of Industry for the province, lending official weight to the directive.
Previous Inventory Efforts
The Ministry of Industry had previously initiated a broad inventory aimed at assessing national production capacities. This earlier effort involved collecting data from industrial enterprises across various sectors, providing a foundational understanding of the country's manufacturing capabilities. This initial phase laid the groundwork for understanding Algeria's industrial landscape, identifying key players, and gathering preliminary information on their operational scope and output. The previous inventory served to establish a foundational database that could be further refined and expanded through subsequent initiatives. It encompassed a wide range of industrial activities, providing an overview of the country's manufacturing capabilities before the current full census was planned, thereby informing the design and scope of the present, more detailed undertaking.
