Kénitra-Marrakech High-Speed Railway Progress Report
The ambitious Kénitra-Marrakech high-speed train project has reached a significant milestone, achieving 30% completion, as announced by Abdessamad Kayouh, the Minister of Transport and Logistics, on May 25, 2026. The project is on track for delivery in September 2029, marking a pivotal development in Morocco's railway infrastructure.
During a session at the House of Representatives, Minister Kayouh provided insights into the progress of this transformative railway line, which spans 430 kilometers and is designed to dramatically reduce travel time between Rabat and Marrakech to just 1 hour and 40 minutes. This represents a substantial improvement, cutting more than two hours off the current travel time, thereby enhancing connectivity between these major cities.
Future Extensions and Investment Plans
In addition to the Kénitra-Marrakech line, Minister Kayouh has revealed that feasibility studies for extending the high-speed railway to Agadir have been successfully completed. This ambitious extension is projected to require an investment of 55 billion dirhams and will involve a complex engineering challenge, as 70% of the construction will consist of bridges and tunnels traversing the rugged terrain of the Haut Atlas mountains.
To fund this crucial second segment, the Ministry is actively seeking support from international financiers, with their engagement being a key factor in determining the project's timeline for completion. The successful implementation of these projects is expected to significantly bolster Morocco's transport infrastructure and economic growth.
As reported by h24info.ma.
