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Morocco World
25-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
ONCF Officials Commend Skillset of National Workers for the Kenitra-Marrakech TGV Line
Rabat — Morocco's National Railway Office (ONCF) has stressed the importance of Morocco's skilled workforce working on the recently launched Kenitra-Marrakech High Speed Line project. Khalid Khairane, the director of the high-speed line projects division at ONCF, said on Thursday that the new line will be carried out according to the established schedule to be ready for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Khairane welcomed the national skills capable of carrying out this type of structuring of the project, explaining that the new high-speed line will reduce the travel time between Tangier and Rabat, as well as between Tangier and Casablanca. Travel time between Tangier and Rabat will take only one hour, while travel time between Tangier and Casablanca will be reduced to only 1 hour and 49 minutes. A trip between Marrakech and Tangier will take only 2 hours and 40 minutes. Mohammed Smouni, Assistant Director General at ONCF, also celebrated the launch of the project, noting that the new line will enable the achievement of territorial equity. He said the new project will ensure connectivity between many regions, cities, airports, and major stadiums, noting that it will also strengthen the country's high-speed train network spanning a distance of over 600 kilometers. These new developments place Morocco among the top countries that possess this technology. Luciano Borges, director of the rolling stock division at ONCF, has also given remarks on the importance of the project, noting that it will feature trains with cutting-edge technologies that offer the highest standards in terms of safety and comfort. He recalled that ONCF launched a program to acquire 18 latest-generation high-speed trains with a capacity of 641 seats. The trains will be supplied by French manufacturer ALSTOM. King Mohammed VI launched the construction work of the new line at the Rabat-Agdal train station yesterday. The project is part of a $9.6 billion railway development program aimed at improving the country's transportation network. The Kenitra-Marrakech LGV or TGV is budgeted at $5.3 billion, excluding rolling stock. Minister of Transport Abdelsamad Kayouh said on Thursday that the launch of the project's construction will be a 'new cornerstone and a fundamental support for the national economy.' He also said that the structuring project will shorten distances between several cities by up to 70% compared to the current situation, facilitating the movement of citizens and connectivity between major urban centers — particularly Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakech.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alstom S.A: Alstom will supply 18 Avelia Horizon trains for Morocco's high-speed rail expansion
PRESS RELEASE 28 March 2025 – Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract with the Moroccan National Railway Office (ONCF) worth €781 million to supply 18 Avelia Horizon high-speed trains. This order has been recorded in Alstom's Q4 2024/2025 fiscal year. The extension of the high-speed line to Marrakech will enhance connectivity for travellers. Alstom's new double-decker Avelia Horizon trains will significantly reduce travel time between Tangier and Marrakech while minimizing the carbon footprint. Benefiting from over 40 years of experience of high-speed trains in commercial services, Alstom's Avelia Horizon very high-speed train is the latest generation of double-deck train in the world capable of operating at speeds exceeding 300 km/h. It offers great operational flexibility and ensures a unique passenger experience. The train consists of two innovative, shorter power cars that combine high performance and compactness, along with two-level articulated Horizon allows for reduced operating costs. The train features a lower number of bogies, which account for 30% of maintenance costs. With the highest seating capacity on the market, Avelia Horizon provides an exceptional level of service and comfort, significantly reducing total cost of ownership per seat. ALSTOM™, Avelia Horizon™, Avelia™ are registered trademarks of the Alstom Group. About Alstom Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 64 countries and a talent base of over 84,700 people from 184 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €17.6 billion for the fiscal year ending on 31 March more information, please visit Contacts PressCoralie COLLET - Tel.: +33 (0) 7 63 63 09 62 & Central AfricaCharlyne GARCIAS – Tel. : + 33 (0) 6 58 64 19 Investor Relations Martin VAUJOUR – Tél : +33 (0) 6 88 40 17 57 Estelle MATURELL ANDINO – Tél : +33 (0) 6 71 37 47 56 Attachment 20250328_Press Release_HST Morocco_ENGSign in to access your portfolio
