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Maroc
08-07-2025
- Business
- Maroc
Morocco Takes Part in World Congress on High-Speed Rail
The 12th UIC World Congress on High-Speed Rail opened on Tuesday in Beijing under the theme "High-Speed Rail: Innovation and Development for a Better Life," with Morocco taking part. Organized by the International Union of Railways (UIC), this flagship event will run through Friday, bringing together more than 3,000 experts and professionals from across the globe to exchange views on the latest technological innovations and future challenges in the field of high-speed rail transport. Morocco, which hosted the previous edition in Marrakech in March 2023, is represented at the congress by a delegation led by Director General of the Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF), Mohamed Rabie Khlie, accompanied by Director General of the National Agency for Strategic Management of State Holdings (ANGSPE), Abdellatif Zaghnoun. On the sidelines of the congress, Khlie will also take part in the 106th General Assembly of the UIC, where Morocco holds the vice-presidency of the organization as well as the presidency of the Africa Region. Held every two to three years since 1992, the UIC World Congress on High-Speed Rail serves as the leading international platform for dialogue among rail industry professionals. The event provides an opportunity to assess global developments in high-speed rail and spotlight the sector's latest technological breakthroughs. This year's edition features a comprehensive program including plenary sessions, round tables, and parallel sessions addressing key topics such as planning, construction, technology, equipment, operational management, and rail safety. According to organizers, the Beijing edition will highlight China's achievements in the sector, notably its high-speed rail network, the largest in the world with over 46,000 kilometers in operation. MAP: 08 July 2025
Morocco World
30-05-2025
- Morocco World
ONCF Unveils Expanded Train Program for Eid Al Adha
Rabat – The Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) has announced an expanded train schedule ahead of the Eid Al Adha. The program will run from May 30 to June 15 to help travelers move easily and safely during the holiday. According to a statement from ONCF, the plan includes up to 237 trains per day across the national network. Extra trains will be added, especially on the main routes that usually see more passengers during busy times. As for Al Boraq high-speed trains, ONCF will run trains every hour from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (except at 1 p.m.) connecting Tangier, Kenitra, Rabat, and Casablanca. More seats will also be available during peak travel times, added the statement. The Atlas trains will also have more capacity and extra trips on the main routes, including Marrakech – Casablanca – Fez, Oujda, Nador, Khouribga, and Safi. ONCF said it will increase the number of staff at stations and on board to assist passengers. Technical teams will also be on duty 24/7 to ensure a smooth travel experience. ONCF is asking passengers to buy their round-trip tickets early to avoid long lines and to make sure they get a seat. Morocco will celebrate Eid Al Adha on June 7.
Maroc
25-04-2025
- Business
- Maroc
Kenitra-Marrakech High-Speed Rail, New Lever to Bolster National Economy
The Kenitra-Marrakech High-Speed Rail, construction of which His Majesty King Mohammed VI kicked off on Thursday, will be a major new lever to support the national economy at all levels, Minister of Transport and Logistics Abdessamad Kayouh said. In a statement to the press on this occasion, Kayouh explained that this structuring project will reduce travel times between some of the Kingdom's major cities, saving time up to 70% compared with current commute times. This large-scale project will significantly ease citizens' mobility, provide better connections between major conurbations, notably Rabat, Casablanca and Marrakech, and serve some of the Kingdom's main airports, he said. The Kenitra-Marrakech High-Speed Rail project, with a budget of MAD 53 billion (excluding rolling stock), is part of an ambitious program mobilizing an overall investment of MAD 96 billion, which also includes the acquisition of 168 trains at a cost of MAD 29 billion, intended to renew the existing fleet of the Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) and support development projects, as well as maintaining performance for MAD 14 billion, enabling in particular the development of 3 metropolitan transport networks in the Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakech conurbations. MAP: 24 avril 2025
Korea Herald
26-02-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Hyundai Rotem scores record-setting W2.2tr train order in Morocco
Korean-made train double decker trains to bolster local public transportation for 2030 Word Cup Hyundai Rotem has clinched a 2.2 trillion won ($1.5 billion) train order contract with Morocco, marking the biggest single deal the company has ever secured. According to Hyundai Rotem on Wednesday, the company signed the agreement with the Moroccan National Railways Office on the previous day to supply double decker trains to the North African country. The double decker trains, which will have a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour, are to connect Casablanca, Morocco's biggest city, with other key regions. Hyundai Rotem expects the trains to contribute to bolstering the public transportation in Morocco as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup along with Spain and Portugal. As the production of some trains will take place in Morocco, the company said it would help the growth and development of the local railway industry. Hyundai Rotem and the state-run Korea Railroad Corporation, or Korail, will handle the maintenance and repair of the Korean made trains through separate negotiations with the Moroccan authorities. The Moroccan contract is expected to boost smaller Korean companies in the railway industry as about 90 percent of the parts that make up the trains will be supplied by Korea's small- to medium-sized firms. As the deal signifies Hyundai Rotem's first entry into Morocco, the Korean train maker contributed the successful signing to the teamwork between the public and private sectors including the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and Korail, as they had to compete against European bidders. For instance, Transport Minister Park Sang-woo went to Morocco last year to meet with the local authorities to promote the competitiveness of Korea's railway industry. Hyundai Rotem noted that Korail's proposal to transfer technology and offer training experiences received positive feedback from the Moroccan government. With the Moroccan deal, Hyundai Rotem gained an edge in expanding its presence further in the African market, as it will be able to offer experiences and strengthen competitiveness in the region. Hyundai Rotem has worked with Korean partners for different projects in African countries such as Tunisia, Tanzania and Egypt. Some of Hyundai Rotem's previously largest contracts are the 1.4 trillion won Australian NIF double-decker train project, the 1.3 trillion won Australian Queensland train supply contract and the 900 billion won Los Angeles Metro train contract for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. 'The secured order is a case that was achieved through 'One Team Korea' bringing the public and private sectors together, acknowledging the Korean railway's competitiveness in the global market,' said a Hyundai Rotem official. 'We will do our best to supply high quality trains to not only (Moroccan) citizens but also visitors to the 100th World Cup in 2030 so they can safely and conveniently ride them.'
