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Morocco World
30-04-2025
- Morocco World
Over 40 Morocco Flights Canceled as Iberian Power Outage Disrupts Air Travel
Rabat – Frequent flight delays at Morocco's major airports have sparked concern among travelers in recent months. The Ministry of Transport and Logistics has stepped in to explain the situation, pointing to factors beyond the control of airlines. Speaking before the House of Councillors on Tuesday, Transport Minister Abdessamad Kayouh said delays recorded in cities such as Casablanca, Marrakech, Tangier, Agadir, Rabat, Fez, Oujda, and Nador stemmed largely from problems at departure airports. In many cases, the root causes were technical disruptions or unforeseen emergencies. One of the more significant setbacks came recently, when a widespread power outage in Spain and Portugal disrupted air traffic. Over 40 flights to and from those countries were canceled, Kayouh said, noting that priority has since shifted toward rescheduling the affected routes and restoring normal service. To prevent similar scenarios from creating a bottleneck for passengers, the ministry has put several solutions on the table. A new runway is currently under construction, and airport procedures are under review. Kayouh said the goal is to help travelers move more quickly through terminals, particularly those catching connecting flights. The ministry wants to simplify administrative formalities and reduce the time spent at passport control and security checks. This push for reform fits into a broader plan Morocco calls 'Aéroports 2030.' The project lays out an ambitious goal: double the country's airport capacity from 40 million to 80 million passengers each year. Seven major airports are set for expansion as part of this expansion, preparing Morocco to welcome large crowds during the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which the country will co-host. Kayouh acknowledged that setbacks are part of air travel, but said authorities act quickly when delays go beyond acceptable limits. The ministry insists it remains focused on improving passenger experience. As international travel continues to rebound and Morocco positions itself as a regional hub, the government sees airport reform not as an option but as a necessity. Tags: electricity blackoutMorocco airportsMorocco flightsSpain blackout
Ya Biladi
16-04-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
New access routes at Marrakech Menara and Agadir Al Massira airports
As part of its «Aéroports 2030» strategic vision, Morocco's National Airports Office (ONDA) is upgrading access infrastructure at two of the country's most important tourist gateways: Marrakech Menara and Agadir Al Massira airports. These enhancements aim to improve passenger experience and meet international standards of airport service, said ONDA Wednesday in a press release. Every year, millions of tourists enter Morocco by air, with Marrakech and Agadir serving as primary points of entry. The ongoing upgrades focus on reorganizing exterior zones and entrances to ensure smoother traffic flow, better signage, and faster access to terminals according to airline. Drop-off and pick-up areas have also been redesigned to be more intuitive and passenger-friendly. The improvements were made possible through coordination with several key partners, including the Ministry of the Interior, Directorate of Immigration and Border Surveillance, DGSN, Royal Gendarmerie, Customs, and local authorities in Marrakech and Agadir. ONDA says the goal is to offer a more seamless airport experience—from arrival to departure—while preparing for increasing passenger volumes in the coming years. The initiative reflects Morocco's broader push to develop smarter, more connected, and customer-centric airports in line with global aviation standards. The «Aéroports 2030» strategy is a large-scale infrastructure modernization and expansion plan launched by Morocco's National Airports Office (ONDA) to increase the country's air traffic capacity from 30 to 80 million passengers by 2030. The program is designed to meet growing air travel demands and prepare for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. It includes expanding Royal Air Maroc's fleet, transforming Casablanca's Mohammed V Airport into a major international hub, connecting it to the high-speed rail (TGV) network, and improving regional airport infrastructure in the south and east to boost domestic air travel and tourism.
