Keywords: Automotive Sector


Chinese auto electronics firm Tianyouwei to invest €65 million in Morocco

Chinese automotive components manufacturer Heilongjiang Tianyouwei Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled plans to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in Morocco, committing €65 million to the project. This significant investment signals a shift in Chinese automotive capital toward high-value segments,......

Morocco strengthens automotive sector with new agreements

Morocco is advancing its robust automotive industry, which consistently attracts global industry leaders. Recently, a coalition of Moroccan institutions, including key ministries and employment agencies, signed two agreements aimed at enhancing the sector through employment and training initiatives. The......

Renault Group Morocco launches engineering center to enhance technological development

Renault Group Morocco has unveiled the establishment of Renault Technology Morocco (RTMA), a new engineering center, under the leadership of Francisco José Martín Hernández, who has been appointed as its Director General as of March 1. The RTMA will operate from two strategic locations:......

Stellantis Morocco launches first AGV production in Middle East-Africa

Stellantis's manufacturing facility in Kenitra, Morocco, has launched production of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), marking a significant advancement in the region's automotive manufacturing capabilities. The plant aims to produce 1,000 AGVs annually, according to Faro de Vigo. The AGV workshop......

Morocco's industrial momentum: Aerospace and automotive sectors drive export growth in 2024

Morocco's aerospace industry demonstrated remarkable performance in 2024, with exports reaching MAD 26.45 billion, marking a 14.9% increase from the previous year. The assembly segment emerged as a key driver, expanding by 23.6% to MAD 17.23 billion, while the Electrical Wiring Interconnection System......

Israel Turns to Moroccan Auto Industry Amid Supply Challenges

The Israeli automotive sector, heavily reliant on imports, is shifting its focus to Morocco to meet growing demand, according to recent reports from the Israeli economic news site 'Calcalist'. In the coming months, Israel anticipates receiving Peugeot 208 vehicles from Stellantis production facilities......

Moroccan Government Greenlights Expansion of Tangier Automotive City, Paving the Way for Economic Growth

In a significant move aimed at bolstering its automotive sector, the Moroccan government has officially approved the expansion of the Tangier Automotive City, a key player in the nation’s free zone. This decision is poised to enhance the region's industrial capabilities and attract further......

China's BTR Group to Establish $366 Million Lithium-ion Battery Facility in Morocco

China's BTR Group has unveiled plans to construct a lithium-ion battery plant in Tangier Technology City, Morocco. This ambitious project, valued at $366 million, is slated for completion in approximately two years and marks a pivotal move in BTR's global expansion strategy. The facility aims......

Morocco Accelerates to the Top of African Car Production

In a significant shift within Africa's automotive landscape, Morocco has overtaken South Africa as the continent's premier car manufacturer. This development, reported by L'Économiste, marks a pivotal moment in the industry's history and signals a new era for North African manufacturing......