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Disruptions in maritime traffic between Tarifa and Tanger due to adverse weather conditions

The maritime traffic for passengers between the Spanish port of Tarifa and Tanger has once again faced disruptions due to adverse weather conditions impacting the Strait of Gibraltar, as reported by the port authorities of the Bay of Algeciras. All scheduled departures from Tarifa have been canceled,......

Tanger Med CEO dismissed over conflict of interest with Spanish consultancy firm

Hassan Abkari, the Director General of Tanger Med Port Authority (TMPA), has been relieved of his duties following revelations of a private business venture in Spain’s port sector, raising concerns over a conflict of interest. The decision came during an emergency board meeting held on February......

Morocco receives first Apache AH-64E helicopters in strategic military upgrade

The first six Apache AH-64E attack helicopters ordered by Morocco arrived at the Tanger Med port this Monday evening, according to the well-informed Far Maroc forum. This marks the beginning of a larger acquisition program under the U.S. government's Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process. In total,......

Green corridor between Spain and Morocco: Electric ferries to connect Tarifa and Tangier

The first green corridor linking Spain and Morocco will be serviced by two fully electric, zero-emission fast ferries operated by Baleària. These twin vessels will connect the ports of Tarifa and Tangier using 100% electric energy. “This pioneering public-private initiative, driven by cutting-edge......

Major drug trafficking attempt foiled at Tanger port: 64,080 psychotropic pills seized

Authorities at Tanger-Ville Port successfully intercepted an attempt to traffic 64,080 psychotropic pills late Sunday night, apprehending three individuals suspected of involvement in an international drug trafficking network, according to security sources. The suspects, identified as a family unit—a......

Morocco as the honored guest at IMEX 2025 in Madrid

Morocco is the honored guest at the 23rd edition of the IMEX-Madrid fair, scheduled for February 19-20, 2025. This event, organized for international business, foreign trade, and investments, offers Morocco an opportunity to showcase its economic strengths and dynamic investment landscape. Key sectors......

Tanger Tech: New Canal Project to Protect Industrial City from Flooding

In late January, the Moroccan government decided to initiate the construction of a canal aimed at safeguarding the "Mohammed VI Industrial City – Tanger Tech" from floods in the Tanger-Assilah prefecture. This industrial project, a collaboration between Morocco and China, was officially......

Tanger Med posts record revenue of 4 billion dirhams in 2024

The Tanger Med port complex continues to experience strong growth, achieving a record revenue of 4 billion dirhams in 2024, marking a 10% increase year-on-year. In the fourth quarter alone, the port generated 1.016 billion dirhams, reflecting a 9% growth compared to the same period in 2023. The year......

Tangier ramps up infrastructure upgrades for AFCON 2025 and World Cup 2030

City addresses FIFA’s low ratings with ambitious transport and accommodation plans Tangier, Morocco, is accelerating its infrastructure development plans in preparation for hosting two major international sporting events: the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The......