Morocco to invest $1.5 billion expansion of Casablanca airport

Morocco’s airport authority ONDA said it plans to invest $1.55 billion to build a new terminal at its largest airport, Casablanca.

Royal Air Maroc’s plans to quadruple its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037. Image: Royal Air Maroc

Morocco will be host of the 2030 soccer World Cup and ONDA intends to build the new terminal by 2029.

It is expected to accommodate 20 million passengers annually, supporting the country’s growing aviation sector and Royal Air Maroc’s plans to quadruple its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037. The airport currently has the capacity to handle around 15 million passengers per year.

The three-level terminal will feature a spacious duty-free zone, VIP lounges and an on-site hotel, and ONDA also said the new terminal will be connected to a high-speed train network that will link Kenitra to Marrakech, airports.

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