Morocco has unveiled a 15 billion dirham ($1.55 billion) investment plan to expand Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, aiming to triple its passenger capacity by 2029. The ambitious project is a cornerstone of Morocco’s broader push to upgrade infrastructure ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which the country will co-host with Spain and Portugal.
The expansion includes the construction of a new terminal, designed to transform Casablanca into a major aviation hub for Africa. The terminal will be connected to a planned high-speed rail line running from Kenitra to Marrakech, boosting accessibility for travelers across the country.
According to Morocco’s airports authority (ONDA), the project will increase the airport’s annual capacity from 10.5 million to 35 million passengers. It is part of a nationwide initiative to double Morocco’s total airport capacity to 78 million passengers by 2030, in response to surging air traffic.
In 2023, Morocco welcomed a record 17.4 million tourists, a 20% increase from the previous year. The government aims to attract 26 million visitors by 2030, bolstering the country’s tourism-driven economy.
In support of the growing aviation sector, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) also announced plans to expand its fleet from 50 to 200 aircraft by 2037, further reinforcing Morocco’s status as a key player in global air travel.
The investment reflects Morocco’s long-term commitment to strengthening its transportation infrastructure and elevating its position as a premier global destination, particularly in the lead-up to the highly anticipated World Cup.
