Agadir Port's New Access Road Project
The National Ports Agency of Morocco (ANP) has officially announced the launch of a tender for the final phase of a critical new access road leading to the Port of Agadir. This significant infrastructure project encompasses Lot PP7, marking the third phase of the port's third access road. Interested bidders are invited to submit their proposals through the portal of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), with a deadline set for November 12, 2026.
This ambitious project is a part of ANP's climate resilience initiative, with an overall budget of €45.75 million, equivalent to approximately 494.78 million dirhams. The EBRD is playing a pivotal role in financing the project by providing €40 million through a senior loan, which consists of a firm tranche of €15 million and a conditional tranche of €25 million. Additionally, the project benefits from €5.06 million in external financing, an unfunded balance of €0.69 million, and a grant from the Global Environment Facility. The primary goal of these investments is to enhance the resilience of Atlantic ports against the challenges posed by rising sea levels and coastal flooding, impacting not only Agadir but also other key ports such as Kénitra, Casablanca, Sidi Ifni, Tan-Tan, and Larache.
Project Features and Timeline
The construction of the new access road will extend over a five-kilometer stretch, linking the Abaraz roundabout in Hay Mohammadi to the port area. This section is integral to the third segment of Agadir’s north-east ring road, which aims to connect the port with Al Massira Airport. The investment for this phase amounts to 171.7 million dirhams, with construction expected to span 14 months, targeting completion by May 2027.
Previously, the contract for Lot PP6 was awarded to the Casablanca-based consortium Seprob-ALEQ, with a contract signed on December 31, 2024, valued at 206.37 million dirhams, and scheduled for completion by May 24, 2026. Furthermore, the Agadir program may include dredging up to 30,000 cubic meters of sediment, contingent upon prior environmental assessments due to the port's proximity to the Souss-Massa National Park. In a separate initiative, the ANP is allocating 27.68 million dirhams over eight months for enhancements to the scanner area and access points, which will include roadworks, utility networks, and perimeter security improvements aimed at facilitating the movement of heavy goods vehicles.
As reported by northafricapost.com.
