Morocco has announced a sweeping five-year plan to modernise its main airports, investing 38 billion dirhams ($4.2 billion) ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
The move comes as the country prepares to co-host the tournament with Spain and Portugal, aiming to boost infrastructure and tourism.
The Moroccan government signed an agreement with the national airports authority, ONDA, to begin the massive overhaul this year.
Under the deal, 25 billion dirhams will be directed toward expanding airport facilities, while 13 billion will fund maintenance and land acquisition.
By 2030, Morocco intends to more than double its airport capacity—from 38 million to 80 million annual passengers.
A key part of the plan includes a new terminal in Casablanca, expected to handle an additional 20 million travellers each year.
The government recently issued two expressions of interest to attract international bidders for the Casablanca project.
Tourism is already booming: Morocco welcomed 17.4 million visitors in 2024, a 20% jump compared to the previous year.
Officials hope to draw 26 million tourists by 2030, making aviation upgrades central to the kingdom’s economic ambitions.
This infrastructure push reflects Morocco’s broader strategy to position itself as a leading travel and sporting hub in North Africa.
With the World Cup on the horizon, the nation is racing to modernise not only its stadiums but also its gateways to the world.
