Israel's Presence at the Marrakech Airshow 2026
For the first time, a delegation representing eight Israeli defense industries, led by the Ministry of Defense, is participating in the Marrakech Airshow 2026. This significant event, which runs from October 7 to October 10, takes place at the Royal Moroccan Air Force base in Marrakech and is held under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI. The focus of this year's edition is on industrial sovereignty and the promotion of 'Made in Morocco', featuring a robust segment on space and satellite technologies.
Among the prominent exhibitors is Elbit Systems, which is showcasing a diverse range of equipment, including the Hermes 900 drone and the FUSE family of autonomous platforms, which consists of THOR, Magni-X, and FireFox-X. Additionally, precision strike capabilities are represented by the SkyStriker loitering munition, the PULS rocket launcher, and the laser-guided LIZARD projectile, all of which are part of Elbit's offerings. The presence of Israel Aerospace Industries, Elbit, Rafael, Xtend, Shilat, UVision, and Orbit at this airshow marks a historic moment, as this marks their official participation for the first time.
Strengthening Israeli-Moroccan Relations
This participation aligns with the strengthening of Israeli-Moroccan relations initiated by the Abraham Accords, which revitalized diplomatic ties in 2020. Since the signing of these accords, Israeli defense companies have secured multiple contracts with Morocco, underscoring the deepening cooperation between the two nations. The showcasing of advanced defense technologies at the Marrakech Airshow not only highlights Israel's capabilities in the aerospace sector but also reflects the ongoing collaboration and strategic partnership that is evolving between Israel and Morocco.
As reported by israelvalley.com.
