29 Billion Dirhams to Modernize Transport and Logistics in Morocco by 2026
The transport and logistics sector in Morocco is preparing to enter a new phase in 2026, following the announcement by the Ministry of Transport and Logistics of a significant investment budget nearing 29 billion dirhams, comprising 1.8 billion dirhams in direct funding from the ministry and 27 billion dirhams from public institutions and enterprises under its purview.
Transport and Logistics Minister Abdeslam Qiyouh confirmed that these funds will be allocated to expedite the execution of major projects encompassing air, rail, and logistics transport, aiming to enhance the kingdom’s competitiveness and improve its internal and external connectivity.
In the aviation sector, a comprehensive program is expected to be implemented, extending to 2030 for the expansion and modernization of the country’s airports, including Rabati-Salé Airport and Sanaya Al-Raml Airport in Tetouan (currently under construction), as well as airports in Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier, and Fez, with a total estimated cost of 38 billion dirhams.
For the rail sector, 96 billion dirhams will be allocated for the expansion of the high-speed railway line from Kenitra to Marrakech (spanning 430 kilometers), with plans to later connect it to the city of Fez. The program also aims to develop regional train networks and maintain existing infrastructure. This includes the rail linkage project between Essaouira and Chichaoua, a 120-kilometer route that will reduce travel time between Marrakech and Essaouira to around one hour, and between Agadir and Essaouira to approximately one hour and 22 minutes, with studies reaching about 60% completion.
In terms of the logistics sector, the ministry is working to mobilize 750 hectares of land dedicated to logistics activities across various regions of the kingdom by 2028, with 500 hectares already secured.
The significant investments will also include the southern regions, launching key infrastructure projects such as the economic and logistics zone in Al-Araqoub, the road center at Guerguerat, and the logistics area in Dakhla, all aimed at bolstering Morocco’s position as an integrated logistics hub connecting Africa with global markets.
This unprecedented investment budget of 29 billion dirhams reflects the government’s vision to modernize infrastructure and enhance the competitiveness of the transport and logistics sector, as it is considered a crucial pillar for supporting supply chains, attracting investments, and cementing the kingdom’s role as a link between Africa and Europe.
