Morocco Maintains Normal Operations Amid Global Energy Tensions
In the face of escalating tensions in global energy markets, particularly due to developments in the Middle East, Morocco remains resilient and unaffected by any extraordinary measures regarding air and sea navigation. A well-informed source from the Ministry of Transport and Logistics confirmed that the current supply chains linked to the transportation sector continue to operate normally and without disruption, ensuring that services remain uninterrupted.
The source highlighted that aviation fuel, specifically kerosene, is available in sufficient quantities, supported by a comfortable strategic reserve. This stable supply negates the need for any special or extraordinary measures, contrasting sharply with the situation experienced in February when adverse weather conditions necessitated limited emergency measures to ensure continuous supply. The source reassured that despite ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, operations within Morocco are stable at present. The national system's readiness and the vigilance of various stakeholders monitoring international energy market developments contribute to this stability.
Additionally, a representative from Royal Air Maroc (RAM) indicated that the airline's losses due to halted flights to the Middle East and rising kerosene prices are not currently significant. He mentioned that all global airlines are experiencing losses due to the prevailing circumstances, with RAM being part of this broader trend, albeit with manageable impacts.
About two months ago, increased maritime disruptions hindered ship access to ports and delayed loading and unloading operations. At that time, it was reported that the National Airports Office, in coordination with the relevant ministry, implemented a precautionary measure requiring certain flights, especially short and medium-haul ones from nearby European countries, to arrive with full fuel tanks. On February 9, a responsible source revealed that this notification to air operations was officially rescinded after being in effect until February 13, as the Jorf Lasfar port resumed offloading ships carrying aviation fuel, especially kerosene.
A vessel carrying approximately 35,000 tons of kerosene had been unable to enter Jorf Lasfar port for over 15 days due to severe weather disruptions. However, once it reached the port, offloading commenced to address the shortfall in aviation fuel, a scenario that markedly differs from the current context, as confirmed by the source.
As reported by hespress.com.
