Morocco to continue to attract likes of Boeing and Airbus as aeronautics industry grows

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Francisco Serrano

Journalist and analyst specialized in North Africa

Aug. 16, 2023

Morocco’s aeronautics industry has come a long way over the past decade. The country hosts a wide range of global manufacturers making parts for aircraft builders such as Airbus or Boeing, has invested significantly in upgrading its workforce, and has driven a great deal of sophistication into its supply chains. According to the industry representative body, GIMAS, most large-scale civilian aircraft built today by companies carry at least one component made in the kingdom. Some of the latest newcomers to join Morocco’s growing industrial base in 2023 include aeronautics suppliers Sabca, Pratt & Whitney, Hexcel and Hutchinson, all of whom are looking to capitalize on the many advantages Morocco has to offer amidst a recovery in global air traffic following the COVID-19 pandemic.