Transport and Logistics: 32.66 Billion MAD in Planned Investments
Public Transport and Logistics Investments in Morocco Set to Reach 32.66 Billion Dirhams
Public institutions and enterprises operating in the transportation and logistics sectors in Morocco are set to mobilize 32.66 billion dirhams in investments, a significant increase from the 22.92 billion dirhams earmarked in the previous program. This progression of 9.74 billion dirhams represents a rise of approximately 42.5%, underscoring the strengthening of public efforts to enhance transportation infrastructure in Morocco.
Rail and air transport account for the bulk of the announced investments, with a combined share close to 95% of the overall funding.
ONCF and ONDA at the Heart of Investment Efforts
The National Office of Railways (ONCF) leads the operators involved, with a projected budget of 25.95 billion dirhams, marking a 43% increase compared to the previous program. Meanwhile, the National Airports Office (ONDA) plans to invest 5 billion dirhams, reflecting a robust growth of 67%. Together, these two entities will allocate the majority of resources aimed at developing infrastructure and enhancing transport capacity.
The remaining investments primarily focus on road safety, the development of logistics platforms, and activities related to transport and storage.
A Strategic Challenge for the Logistics Chain
Beyond the announced figures, the impact of these investments will largely depend on the project completion timeline and their effective commissioning. For businesses that ship or receive goods, improved infrastructure could facilitate exchanges and enhance the performance of logistics operations.
Better interconnection between the rail network, airport infrastructure, and economic activity zones could notably reduce transfer times, improve delivery regularity, and ease the transportation of goods.
The success of this investment program will thus rely equally on the execution of the projects and their integration into a cohesive logistical framework, capable of addressing the needs of economic operators and boosting Morocco’s competitiveness.
Source: batimag
