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Mar 18 2025

IATA Welcomes Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’

Amman - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the Kingdom of Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’ aimed at modernizing airport infrastructure, enhancing the passenger experience, and further strengthening the country’s position as a major global and regional aviation hub.

 

Aviation is a key pillar of Morocco’s economy. In 2023, aviation (including aviation-related tourism) supported 856,000 jobs and contributed 7.9% ($11.2 billion) to the Moroccan economy. Additionally, 93% of passengers departing Morocco airports (11.7 million) were bound for international destinations. The country also handled some 77,900 tonnes of air cargo.

 

"Given the critical and growing importance of aviation to Morocco’s economy, the launch of the ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’ will have a far-reaching and positive impact on Morocco’s economic and social development. Aviation contributes 7.9% to Morocco’s economy and has grown by 68.1% over the past decade. A comprehensive strategy on airport infrastructure investment will help secure future growth. Airlines are partners in this growth, and it is critical that they are broadly engaged in realizing the strategy with a sharp focus on cost-efficiency," said Kamil Al-Awadhi, IATA Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East. Read more

 

Source: IATA