Merchants at Africa’s Largest Spare Parts Market Await Relocation
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The relocation project for the scrap metal market in Salmia, Casablanca, continues to raise numerous questions. As authorities plan to move operations to a new site in Mediouna, the approximately 1,200 merchants involved are still awaiting details on the timeline and terms of this crucial operation for the future of their businesses.
A Relocation Still Pending
The Salmia scrap market, considered the largest market for used automotive parts in Africa, is undergoing a period of uncertainty following the announcement of its upcoming transfer.
While authorities have identified a plot of land near Mediouna to host the professionals, no official dates or a detailed roadmap have yet been communicated concerning the merchants’ relocation.
Merchants Demand Greater Clarity
Trade representatives explain that the project is still under study and that no definitive decisions have been made regarding the terms of the transfer.
They are particularly seeking guarantees regarding the layout of the future site, installation conditions, cost-sharing, and completion timelines to ensure the continuity of their activities and preserve the thousands of jobs linked to this market.
A Major Economic Hub for Casablanca
The Salmia market gathers over 1,200 shops specializing in the sale of used automotive parts.
It represents an essential link in the local economy by supplying individuals, garages, and automotive repair professionals, providing an economic alternative against the high cost of new parts. Several thousand families depend directly or indirectly on this activity.
The Preferred Future Site in Mediouna
According to information shared with the professionals, the future market is expected to be located near the Mediouna landfill, on a plot large enough to accommodate all operators under better conditions.
The aim is to create a modern, better-organized space that meets standards, while supporting the extensive urban redevelopment program underway in Casablanca.
A Strategic Project for the Industry’s Future
While awaiting definitive decisions from the authorities, merchants continue their activities amid uncertainty.
They hope for a precise timeline to be announced soon to prepare for their relocation under the best possible conditions and ensure the sustainability of this market, regarded as a benchmark for used automotive parts across Africa.
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