Morocco is investing 15 billion dirhams (approximately $1.55 billion) to expand Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport, aiming to triple its passenger capacity by the time Morocco co-hosts the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal.
The expansion will include the construction of a new terminal designed to position Casablanca as a key African aviation hub. This development will be complemented by a high-speed train network connecting Kenitra to Marrakech, which is a separate project already in progress.
As part of a broader effort to enhance the nation’s infrastructure in anticipation of the World Cup, Morocco plans to double its overall airport capacity to 78 million passengers by 2030. The expansion of Casablanca’s airport will enable it to handle 35 million passengers annually by 2029, a substantial increase from the current capacity of 10.5 million.
Morocco’s tourism industry has also seen a significant rise, with a record 17.4 million visitors in 2024, a 20% increase from the previous year. The country expects this figure to reach 26 million tourists by the time the World Cup arrives.
Additionally, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco’s national airline, plans to quadruple its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037 to support the growing demand.
This expansion reflects Morocco’s broader strategy to enhance its infrastructure and boost its profile on the international stage, with the 2030 World Cup acting as a key catalyst.
