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Morocco World
11-08-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc to Relaunch Direct Flights Between Marrakech and Four French Cities
Rabat – Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco's flag carrier, will restart direct flights between Marrakech and Lyon, Toulouse, Nantes, and Bordeaux starting October 10. The company will also increase flights on its existing routes connecting Marrakech with Marseille and Brussels, the company announced in a statement. 'These relaunches and route increases are part of our development plan, especially our 'point-to-point' strategy to better connect Morocco's main tourist destinations with key European markets such as France and Belgium,' said RAM CEO Hamid Addou. He added that the move will serve both Moroccan communities living abroad and international tourists, while strengthening Marrakech's position as a top travel destination in Morocco's 2030 tourism roadmap. RAM noted that the new flights are scheduled at convenient days and times for French and Belgian travelers, as well as Moroccan expatriates. Starting October 10, Marrakech–Toulouse and Marrakech–Lyon will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Flights to Toulouse will leave Marrakech at 8:15 a.m., arriving at 11:45 a.m., and flights to Lyon will depart at 3:20 p.m., arriving at 7:20 p.m. Return flights will leave Toulouse at 12:45 p.m. and Lyon at 8:20 p.m. From October 11, Marrakech–Nantes will operate twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Departures from Marrakech are scheduled at 8:15 a.m., arriving in Nantes at 12:05 p.m. The return flights will leave Nantes at 1:05 p.m., arriving in Marrakech at 3:00 p.m. Starting October 12, Marrakech–Bordeaux will operate twice a week, on Thursdays and Sundays. Departures from Marrakech are at 5:10 p.m., arriving in Bordeaux at 8:40 p.m. Return flights will leave Bordeaux at 9:40 p.m., arriving in Marrakech at 11:20 p.m. Additional flights will also be added from Marrakech to Marseille, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and to Brussels on Thursdays and Sundays. These new and increased flights join Royal Air Maroc's existing 'point-to-point' network linking Moroccan cities directly to key European destinations, including Paris, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Frankfurt, and Las Palmas. Tags: FranceNew flightsRAMRoyal Air Maroc
Morocco World
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc Cancels Marseille Flight as Fires Close Airport
Flights bound for Marseille faced major setbacks on Tuesday as fast-moving wildfires in southern France forced the closure of the city's airport. Authorities shut down runways as flames drew dangerously close, disrupting operations and grounding passengers across several airlines. Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced the suspension of its AT732 flight from Casablanca to Marseille. The airline shared the update on its official X account, stating that the runway closure was temporary and that air traffic could resume after 18:00 UTC. The fires, which broke out just a few kilometers from the airport, have spread quickly despite the presence of over 1,000 firefighters and water-bombing aircraft. The heat and wind have made the situation harder to contain. Emergency teams remain on high alert as the region continues to face extreme conditions. Several homes in the area have already been affected. While officials have yet to release a full damage assessment, early estimates suggest thousands of hectares have burned. Road traffic also suffered. The A9 motorway, a key link between France and Spain, reopened Tuesday after authorities shut it down the day before due to the spread of the fire. Tags: flightmarseillemarseille fireRAMRoyal Air Maroc
Morocco World
16-06-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc's Summer 2025 Flight Program Offers 6.6 Million Seats
Rabat – Morocco's national carrier, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), launched its summer 2025 flight program today, featuring a record offer of over 6.6 million seats. In a statement, RAM stressed that its summer program is aimed at supporting the massive return of Moroccans living abroad during the summer holidays. 'Royal Air Maroc is boosting its service and launching an unprecedented flight schedule,' the company said, noting that the number of seats deployed represents a record-breaking offer. The number represents a significant increase of 700,0000 seats compared to the 2024 summer flight program, the company added, noting that the airline will serve 95 destinations worldwide. Royal Air Maroc's goal, added the statement, is to meet the growing needs of a diverse clientele, including Moroccans, African diaspora, and international tourists. RAM's CEO Hamid Addou described the company's offer as 'exceptional, noting that the system the company put in place for this season is 'fully aligned with the airline's development strategy.' 'With an expanded offer, a modernized fleet, and operational innovations, we are reaffirming our commitment to our passengers and consolidating Morocco's position as a strategic air hub,' Addou said, noting that the efforts reflect the company's desire to offer ever-smoother and more enjoyable travel experiences.' For Addou, all teams are mobilized to ensure the success of the summer season, particularly for our citizens living abroad. The company's statement stressed its commitment to reinforce leadership in Africa, with two additional weekly flights to Nouakchott, bringing the total to nine weekly flights. Flights to Dakar will increase to two per day, or 14 flights per week. The four direct routes connecting Casablanca to Malaga, Valencia, Lisbon, and Porto will also be operated by medium-haul aircraft, including Boeing 737s and Embraer 190s. The company also announced that it will charter four aircraft from internationally renowned airlines, noting that those flights are next-generation models selected based on safety and comfort criteria. 'RAM reduced the number of charted aircraft thanks to the addition of eight new planes to its fleet,' the company stated, adding that the number includes Boeing 787-900 Dreamliners for long-haul flights and six Boeing 737-8 Max aircraft for medium-haul routes. The new summer system comes as Morocco launched earlier this month the Marhaba Operation, an annual campaign the country dedicates to facilitating the transit of Moroccans residing abroad during summer holidays. The company's pledges come as RAM has been under increasing scrutiny, following a series of troubling incidents, including expensive ticket prices, as well as frequent luggage handling disruption that causes significant delays and disruptions for travelers. Tags: Morocco summer timeRoyal Air Maroc
Morocco World
28-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc Launches New Direct Flight Between Casablanca, Catania
Rabat – Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced on Monday the launch of a new direct flight connecting Casablanca and Catania, a city on the island of Sicily in Italy. The new route will start on June 28. The new route will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Saturdays, using Boeing 737 aircrafts. Flights will leave Casablanca at 3:20 p.m. local time and arrive in Catania at 7:40 p.m. local time. Meanwhile, return flights will depart from Catania at 8:40 p.m. and land in Casablanca at 11:35 p.m. local time. With the addition of this new route, RAM will now serve seven Italian destinations from Casablanca, including Milan, Rome, Bologna, Turin, Venice, Naples, and Catania, said the air carrier in a press release. The airline explained that the new route aims to meet the growing demand from many customers, including the Moroccan and African communities living in Italy, as well as Italian tourists who wish to explore Moroccan attractions. It will also help passengers traveling to other international destinations through Casablanca's airport hub, added the statement. Hamid Addou, CEO of Royal Air Maroc, said that the launch of the Casablanca-Catania route represents an important step in the company's growth strategy and shows commitment to strengthening its presence in Italy, especially in the south of the country. Read also: Morocco Aims to Quadruple Italian Tourism as Welcome Travel Group Convention Opens 'This route will meet the expectations of our citizens living in Sicily and offer great opportunities for African and Italian travelers,' Addou asserted in a statement on the launch. He added that the new route is set to boost tourism between Italy and Morocco and offer travelers better connectivity and a high-quality travel experience. 'The Casablanca-Catania flight is part of a wider plan to open several new routes soon, making it easier for Moroccans living abroad to travel, especially through Casablanca and airports in northern Morocco,' Addou explained. RAM will now operate a total of 45 flights per week between Morocco and Italy. Tags: Morocco italyRAMRoyal Air Maroc
