Casablanca – The Tanger Med port complex closed 2025 with its strongest performance to date, confirming its role as one of the most important logistics platforms in the Mediterranean and African regions. Driven by rising global trade flows, expanded infrastructure, and operational efficiency, the port recorded record volumes across most activity segments, further reinforcing Morocco’s position in international maritime trade.

According to official figures from the Tanger Med Port Authority, the complex handled a total of 161 million tons of cargo in 2025, marking a 13.3% increase compared to the previous year. This growth reflects the combined impact of higher container throughput, stronger liquid bulk traffic, expanding export volumes, and improved port services.

Container traffic reaches a historic milestone

Container handling surpassed a major milestone in 2025, with the port’s four container terminals processing 11,106,164 TEUs, representing an 8.4% year-on-year increase. This performance was largely driven by the commissioning of the latest expansion of Terminal TC4, operated by APM Terminals, which significantly enhanced the port’s capacity to manage large volumes of transshipment and gateway cargo.

The increase in container volumes further consolidates Tanger Med’s status as a strategic logistics hub linking Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. The port continues to benefit from its geographic location at the crossroads of major maritime routes, serving as a key node in global supply chains.

Road freight and exports continue to expand

International road freight also recorded steady growth. In 2025, the port handled 535,203 TIR trucks, up 3.6% compared to 2024. This increase was primarily driven by stronger export flows, particularly in industrial goods, which rose by 4.8%, and agri-food products, which increased by 4.3%.

These trends underline the port’s central role in supporting Morocco’s export-oriented sectors, including automotive manufacturing, food processing, textiles, and industrial equipment. The continued expansion of road and maritime connectivity is contributing to improved access to European and African markets.

Passenger traffic and mobility improve

Passenger activity also recorded notable growth. In 2025, Tanger Med processed 3,220,422 passengers and 895,341 vehicles, reflecting increases of 5.7% and 5%, respectively. The annual Marhaba operation, which facilitates the return of Moroccan expatriates during the summer, was conducted under improved operational conditions.

A key factor behind this performance was the full implementation of the fixed-ticket system starting in 2025, which allowed authorities to regulate passenger flows more effectively, align traffic with fleet capacity, and improve the overall fluidity and safety of crossings.

Diverging trends in bulk cargo

Bulk cargo showed mixed performance across segments. Solid bulk traffic declined by 11%, reaching 522,493 tons, mainly due to fluctuations and delays in cereal imports compared to the previous year.

In contrast, liquid bulk traffic recorded strong growth, totaling 8,641,481 tons, up 13% year-on-year. This increase was largely driven by higher volumes of hydrocarbons and energy-related products, reflecting both domestic demand and regional energy transit activity.

Vehicle handling adjusts to market conditions

Vehicle traffic experienced a temporary contraction in 2025. The port’s two vehicle terminals handled 526,862 vehicles, a 12% decline compared to 2024. This reduction was attributed to production adjustments by automotive manufacturers and the reconfiguration of international market flows.

The total volume included 327,569 vehicles exported by Renault from its Melloussa and SOMACA plants, 126,874 vehicles exported by Stellantis from its Kénitra facility, and 39,751 vehicles in transshipment. Despite the short-term decline, Tanger Med remains a critical automotive export hub for North Africa, supported by its proximity to major European markets and specialized vehicle handling infrastructure.

Maritime traffic and growing presence of mega-ships

In maritime operations, the port recorded 16,686 ship calls in 2025, representing a 4.5% decrease compared to the previous year. This decline was primarily due to structural changes in the RoPax segment, where some vessels were replaced by larger-capacity ships capable of transporting more passengers and freight per call.

At the same time, Tanger Med welcomed 1,319 mega-ships over 290 meters in length, an 8.4% increase year-on-year. This reflects the port’s growing ability to accommodate ultra-large container vessels and reinforces its role as a transshipment hub for global shipping lines.

Investment strategy and long-term outlook

Looking ahead, the Tanger Med Special Agency has announced plans to mobilize approximately $722.7 million over the period 2026–2028 to further expand infrastructure and enhance international competitiveness. The investment program includes the expansion of passenger and international road transport terminals, the development of new dry ports, and the full digitalization of port operations.

The strategy also prioritizes logistics optimization, environmental sustainability, and energy efficiency, as the port aligns its growth trajectory with broader decarbonization objectives. Revenues are projected to exceed $1.505 billion by 2028, reflecting continued operational expansion and service diversification.

A consolidated regional and global hub

Overall, Tanger Med’s 2025 performance reflects the combined impact of infrastructure investment, operational efficiency, and strategic positioning. The port continues to strengthen its role as a gateway between Europe, Africa, and global markets, serving both national exporters and international shipping networks.

With sustained growth across containers, liquid bulk, passenger mobility, and mega-vessel traffic, Tanger Med remains a central pillar of Morocco’s logistics ecosystem and a key driver of regional trade integration.