France, Morocco Strengthening high-speed rail infrastructure for the purpose of A $819 million loan This financing is particularly 2030 FIFA World Cup targeting a new line to Marrakesh for the French authorities. The French authorities said that this loan package will be During Emmanuel Macron's visit to Rabat on October 28, 2024 He stated that it was a result of the signed railway agreement.
New High Speed Train Project and French Cooperation
The railway cooperation between France and Morocco goes back many years. King of Morocco Mohammed VI and Macron, Deepening diplomatic relations between Paris and Rabat sees this project as an important step for the French Alstom company for Morocco Will supply 18 new high-speed trains.
- Avelia Horizon model are among the selected trains and each 640 passenger capacity owner.
- Per hour Up to 320 kilometers per hour These trains can reach, Fast and comfortable transportation to Marrakech will present.
- Aligned with green transportation goals The project not only reduces travel time but also reducing carbon footprint Aims.
Strategic Investments in Morocco’s Railway Network
While Alstom's trains are manufactured in France, Some of the electrical components will be manufactured in Fez, Morocco. Thanks to this strategy:
- Morocco local production capacity ve technological know-how will increase.
- In the Moroccan railway sector new job opportunities will arise.
- Between France and Morocco Economic ties will become even stronger.
French Ambassador to Rabat Christophe Lecourtier, Emphasizing the importance of transportation cooperation with Morocco, The $819 million investment is a reflection of the strong partnership between the two countries evaluated as.
Tangier-Kenitra Success and New Marrakesh Line
The first major railway project between France and Morocco, It was the Tangier-Kenitra line. This high-speed train line was completed approximately last year Carried 5 million passengers and attracted great attention. Now, New line to extend to Marrakesh, will build on this success.
Moroccan government, Preparing for the 2030 World Cup aims to expand modern transportation infrastructure. The project aims to will strengthen tourism and trade networks, Moreover will enable international visitors to move easily between cities.
Morocco and Global Railway Collaborations
Alongside France, Morocco also develops railway projects with other international partners. Morocco's national railway operator ONCF, last February A $1,5 billion deal with South Korea's Hyundai Rotem signed.
Within the scope of this agreement:
- Hyundai Rotem for Morocco will produce double-decker trains.
- Morocco's railway infrastructure is more capacity and modern will become.
- Preparations will be made for passenger density in the 2030s.
With the combination of these investments, Morocco, Pioneer of sustainable transportation in Africa aims to be.
France's Investment and Global Vision
France $819 million in financing, Morocco an important step in supporting the vision of strengthening modern and environmentally friendly transportation infrastructure is evaluated as.
- New high-speed train line in Marrakesh, the country to the growing tourism sector will make a great contribution.
- Diplomatic and economic relations between France and Morocco to be strengthened.
- These projects reduce carbon emissions, Morocco sustainable development goals will serve.
Morocco prepares for the 2030 World Cup is preparing to host a world-class event by completing its modern transportation infrastructureWith Alstom's technological expertise and the support of France, Morocco's railway network is expanding rapidly and continues to attract global attention.
