Casablanca – Morocco has achieved significant milestones in expanding its industrial land base, as the Ministry of Industry and Trade revealed the availability of over 13,600 hectares of industrial land, with an additional 2,475 hectares currently under development. This announcement underscores the government’s commitment to bolstering the industrial sector and promoting balanced regional development.
A strategic vision for industrial growth
Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, highlighted that this expansion aligns with a broader strategy to support Morocco’s industrial dynamism. The ministry has also rehabilitated more than 471 hectares of existing industrial infrastructure to ensure that facilities meet modern standards and investor needs.
This development is part of a carefully crafted policy aimed at creating major industrial and commercial infrastructure projects. The approach ensures an equitable and efficient distribution of resources across all regions of the Kingdom, fostering inclusive economic growth.
Accessible and affordable industrial land
The Moroccan government, in collaboration with regional authorities and development agencies, is implementing a plan to accelerate the development of industrial zones. This initiative includes financial support to make industrial land more affordable for investors, with pricing tailored to the specific conditions of each region. These efforts aim to attract domestic and international investors, positioning Morocco as a competitive industrial hub.
Strategic selection of industrial zones
The ministry’s strategy prioritizes areas best equipped to host industrial infrastructure. Key criteria for selecting these zones include connectivity to transportation networks to facilitate supply chains and exports, and the availability of skilled labor to support operations. Feasibility studies, along with detailed technical and financial evaluations, are prerequisites to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of these projects.
Regional collaboration
To ensure the successful implementation of these initiatives, the Ministry of Industry and Trade is actively partnering with regional authorities as part of comprehensive regional development plans. Agreements have been signed with local partners to identify projects that significantly contribute to both economic and social development at the regional and local levels.
These partnerships also involve financing infrastructure projects, such as the construction of wastewater treatment plants and the enhancement of energy supply systems, to improve the functionality and attractiveness of industrial zones.
Sustainable development initiatives
Morocco is also leveraging the Sustainable Industrial Zones Fund (FONZID) to support the second phase of development and rehabilitation efforts. The fund targets projects that prioritize sustainability and efficiency, ensuring that industrial zones are equipped to meet future demands while adhering to environmental standards.
Commitment to regional equity
Minister Mezzour reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to providing industrial land in every province. By aligning these developments with regional characteristics and investor needs, Morocco aims to create industrial zones that drive regional economic growth while ensuring equity and inclusivity.
A bright future for Morocco’s industrial sector
With over 13,600 hectares of industrial land ready for use and thousands more under development, Morocco is well-positioned to attract significant investment and strengthen its industrial capabilities. These efforts reflect the nation’s strategic vision to foster sustainable economic development, create jobs, and enhance its position as a regional leader in industrial production and trade.
