On September 10, 2026, the American defense giant RTX is gearing up to make a significant presence at the upcoming Marrakech Airshow 2026. This formidable group, which includes renowned subsidiaries such as Raytheon, Pratt & Whitney, and Collins Aerospace, will join other major global defense manufacturers at the Royal Air Forces base in Morocco, scheduled from October 7 to 10. The announcement of RTX's participation was recently made by the organizers of the Marrakech Airshow, highlighting the event's focus on high-tech defense systems, artificial intelligence, and satellite technologies.
RTX stands as a titan in the aerospace and defense sector, well-known for producing critical defense systems such as the Patriot air defense system and the AMRAAM air-to-air missile, alongside the Tomahawk cruise missile and various interceptor families. While details about the specific equipment RTX plans to showcase in Morocco remain undisclosed, the company's participation signals a strong commitment to enhancing defense capabilities in the region.
In a notable development, RTX's involvement comes at a time when the US Air Force has recently awarded Pratt & Whitney a new technical assistance contract that will benefit Morocco, extending through March 2029. Additionally, RTX has established a direct industrial presence in Morocco, with Pratt & Whitney Canada inaugurating a 12,000 square meter manufacturing facility in Nouaceur, near Casablanca, aimed at producing components for various aircraft engine families. This facility is expected to create approximately 200 jobs by 2030, further solidifying RTX's investment in the Moroccan economy.
At this year's Marrakech Airshow, RTX will be joined by other prominent military contractors, including L3Harris, which is already recognized as a major sponsor of the event and is expected to present its military aircraft, the Skyraider II. The convergence of such influential defense companies at the airshow underscores Morocco's strategic importance as a hub for military innovation and collaboration.
As reported by bladi.net.
