Morocco is investing heavily in infrastructure development, particularly in expanding its airport capacity, as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
The Moroccan Airports Authority has announced a $1.55 billion project to expand Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport, aiming to triple its passenger capacity.
This ambitious plan is part of a broader strategy to double Morocco’s overall airport capacity to 78 million passengers.
The new terminal, expected to be completed by 2029, will increase Casablanca airport’s capacity to accommodate 35 million travelers annually, up from its current 10.5 million.
The expansion project includes integrating the airport into a planned high-speed rail network connecting key cities like Kenitra and Marrakech, further boosting Morocco’s transport infrastructure.
This development is driven by Morocco’s growing tourism industry, which saw a record 17.4 million visitors in 2023, a 20% increase from the previous year. The country aims to attract 26 million tourists by 2030.
Additionally, national carrier Royal Air Maroc plans to quadruple its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037, reinforcing Morocco’s position as a major aviation and tourism hub.
The Casablanca airport expansion project is expected to not only enhance air traffic capacity but also create jobs, stimulate local businesses, and make Morocco more attractive to investors.
Morocco’s infrastructure initiative extends beyond aviation, encompassing plans to expand its high-speed rail network to connect 43 cities by 2040, reaching 87% of the population.
