The Moroccan government has approved an ambitious plan to increase the capacity of the country\u2019s airports from 30 million to 80 million passengers by 2030, Minister of Transport and Logistics Abdessamad Kayouh announced on Wednesday.
\nThe investment plan, which is part of the \u201cAirports 2030\u201d strategy of the National Airports Office (ONDA), aims to expand and modernize several airports, especially in cities that will host the 2030 World Cup.
\nKayouh made the announcement at the ONDA Board of Directors meeting. \u201cWe are facing major challenges, including preparations for the 2030 World Cup. This plan will help support air transport growth, improve service quality, and enhance Morocco\u2019s competitiveness as a destination,\u201d he said.
\nThe minister also explained that the national strategy for air transport includes a development plan for Royal Air Maroc (RAM), the country\u2019s national airline. A contract with the government aims to increase the airline\u2019s fleet from 50 to 200 aircraft by 2037.
\nA key part of this transformation is strengthening Casablanca\u2019s Mohammed V Airport as an international hub that would connect four continents and supporting RAM\u2019s global ambitions.
\nAnother major project is the connection of Casablanca\u2019s airport with the high-speed train (TGV). A new railway station with international standards will be built to link air travel with road and regional rail transport.
\n\u201cThis will allow passengers to reach Tangier in less than two hours, Rabat in less than 30 minutes, and Marrakech in under 55 minutes. The regional rail network will also provide trains every 15 minutes, making the airport more accessible,\u201d Kayouh stated.
\nThe government is also focusing on developing airports in the southern and eastern regions of the country. Cities such as Beni Mellal, Ouarzazate, Zagora, Taroudant, Tata, Essmara, and Bouarfa will benefit from these upgrades to boost domestic air travel and tourism.
\nDuring the meeting, Minister Kayouh urged all board members to closely monitor the implementation of these projects and ensure their successful execution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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