Extensive Upgrades for Moroccan Railway Stations
Significant developments are underway in Morocco's railway infrastructure as two substantial tenders have been announced, focusing on both the technical preparation through precise surveying and the execution of extensive infrastructure works across 21 stations within the Kingdom. The primary tender, with a budget of **1 million MAD**, is dedicated to high-precision topographic services. Spanning a duration of 36 months, this initiative aims to facilitate the marking of terrain essential for the construction and renovation of railway buildings in key cities including Tangier, Fez, Rabat, and Casablanca.
This initial phase of work encompasses the establishment of precision polygonation in the Lambert system, the general leveling of Morocco (NGM), along with rigorous ground surveys and altimetric mapping of existing tracks and structures. The successful completion of these surveys is crucial for the subsequent phases of construction, as they provide the necessary data for erecting new facilities.
Construction and Extension of Underground Passages
The second phase of the project, valued at over **107 million MAD**, is focused on the construction and extension of underground passages. The entire undertaking is divided into three distinct lots, each with its specific budget and timeline:
- Lot 1: Covering the area from Kenitra to Ain Attiq, with a budget of **28.15 million MAD**. The stations involved include Sidi Bouknadel, Sidi Abdellah, Salé Ville, Salé Tabriquet, Témara, and Ain Attiq.
- Lot 2: Encompassing the densely populated route between Mohammedia and Nouaceur, allocated **50.22 million MAD**. This section involves ten stations: Mohammedia Facultés, Mohammedia Ville, Sidi Bernoussi, Ain Sebaâ, Hay Mohammadi, Mers Sultan, Casa Oasis, Sidi Maarouf, Bouskoura, and Nouaceur.
- Lot 3: Stretching from Benguerir to Marrakech, with a budget of **29.52 million MAD**. The stations included in this section are Benguerir, Ville Verte RER, Sidi Bouatman, Gare Stade Marrakech, and Sidi Ghanem.
Each lot is set to have a global execution timeline of **30 months**, marking a significant step towards enhancing Morocco's railway network and improving connectivity across major urban centers. These upgrades not only aim to modernize the existing infrastructure but also to accommodate the growing demands of passengers traveling within and across regions.
As reported by medias24.com.
