Morocco Unveils the New Generation of Smart and Sustainable High-Speed Train Stations
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The National Office of Railways (ONCF) has unveiled the highlights of the AGARES project, an extensive program aimed at designing a new generation of high-speed railway stations in Morocco. This initiative is part of the national strategy to modernize the railway network and focuses on developing smart, sustainable, and highly connected infrastructures.
According to the specifications, nine new stations will be constructed in two phases. The first phase includes the stations at Mohammedia Faculties, Sidi Bernoussi, Zenata Industrielle, and Aïn Sebaâ. The second phase will cover the stations of Hay Mohammadi, Mers Sultan, Casa Oasis, Sidi Maârouf, and Nouaceur Ville Nouvelle, aiming to strengthen connectivity between the main urban, industrial, and economic hubs of the region.
The project places a strong emphasis on sustainability. The future stations will feature photovoltaic systems installed on their rooftops to generate a portion of their electricity for self-consumption, thereby reducing their reliance on conventional energy sources.
The design and construction of the infrastructures will utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology, which facilitates integrated digital management of the various project phases, enhances coordination among stakeholders, and ensures precise quality monitoring of the work according to international standards.
As part of its digital transformation, ONCF also mandates the use of specialized software such as AutoCAD and Revit, along with online collaborative platforms for sharing technical documents and real-time tracking of project progress.
The new stations will be constructed using high-strength metal structures, aluminum facades, and double-glazed insulating glass, alongside modern building materials that ensure improved thermal and acoustic insulation as well as enhanced durability.
The infrastructures will also incorporate state-of-the-art digital equipment, including high-speed telecommunications networks, centralized building management systems (BMS), public Wi-Fi, and advanced cybersecurity and data protection measures, in line with the standards of smart stations.
Traveler comfort and safety will be enhanced through variable refrigerant flow (VRF) air conditioning systems, solar production monitoring devices, and modern smoke extraction and ventilation systems for tunnels and parking areas.
The project includes facilities designed for universal accessibility for people with reduced mobility, as well as high-end finishes featuring natural marble and granite to provide a modern and functional architectural setting.
The surroundings of the stations will also be completely redesigned, featuring the installation of sewage and stormwater drainage networks, new potable water supply infrastructures, green spaces equipped with modern irrigation systems, and maintenance facilities for outdoor installations.
Finally, ONCF enforces strict safety measures for work conducted near live railway tracks. The participating companies must have qualified personnel, specific permits, and adhere to rigorous coordination procedures with operational services to ensure the safety of both the construction sites and railway traffic.
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