Casablanca – The Moroccan government has announced a major expansion initiative to bolster the country’s industrial landscape, with a new allocation of 4,000 hectares designated for the creation of industrial zones across various regions. This was confirmed by Ryad Mezzour, the Minister of Industry and Trade, in his address to the House of Representatives on Monday, where he outlined the government’s ambitious strategy to strengthen the national economy through increased industrial capacity and balanced regional development.

Currently, Morocco’s industrial zones cover a total area of 13,000 hectares. Over the past three years, the government has accelerated growth in this sector, supporting 30 industrial zone projects that have expanded the total area by an additional 2,400 hectares. This expansion is a key part of a strategic plan to balance industrial investment across the country and make industrial infrastructure accessible to all regions.

A key feature of this initiative is the government’s commitment, for the first time, to establish an industrial zone in every province. This includes the launch of two industrial projects in Boulemane and a joint project between El Hajeb and Ifrane, with plans to extend similar developments to all provinces by the end of the current government term.

On the larger scale, Minister Mezzour also highlighted a significant development agreement signed last week in Benguerir. This agreement will allocate an additional 800 hectares for industrial projects in the Marrakech-Safi region. According to Mezzour, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is employing a holistic approach, working closely with regional councils to ensure that industrial zones are equitably distributed. This approach also focuses on tailoring industrial ecosystems to meet the specific needs and resources of each province.

The government’s vision extends to increasing investments in other regions, such as Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, where the ministry aims to boost competitiveness and attract new investors. This drive to establish a fair distribution of industrial investments and infrastructure aims to create a more balanced economic environment nationwide, enhancing Morocco’s appeal as an investment destination and setting the stage for sustained economic growth.

Through these initiatives, Morocco is positioning itself to leverage industrial expansion as a catalyst for regional development, economic diversification, and increased job opportunities, benefiting communities across the country.