With an increasingly diversified manufacturing base, the industrial sector has become an important component of Morocco’s GDP. The country produces an array of finished products and components for customers not only in traditional markets such those in southern Europe, but also increasingly across Africa, Asia and the Americas. The growing strength of industrial activities is also a reflection of…
Morocco is often described as the gateway to Africa, an apt description given its proximity to Europe and its geographic location at the north-eastern tip of the continent. At its narrowest, the Strait of Gibraltar separates Point Cires in Morocco from Point Marroquí in Spain by 13 km. The country is neighboured by Algeria to the east and Mauritania to the south. At home, Morocco has identified
The International Drâa-Tafilalet Mining Conference (DTMC) is East Morocco’s prominent mining, fossils and meteorites conference and exhibition. Held in Erfoud, Morocco on 23-24 September 2019, with the full support of the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Sustainable Development, this event aims to showcase the mining potential of the Drâa-Tafilalet region, which is rich in minerals such as…
E-commerce is well established in developed markets, where the majority of people make at least occasional purchases online. However, levels of activity on the whole remain relatively low in emerging countries, as these markets are restrained by a wide range of challenges, including less-developed financial and logistical infrastructure overall. Nevertheless, online sales are growing rapidly…
Industrie du Maroc Magazine organise un événement intitulé « INDUSTRY MEETING DAY », visant à débattre des thématiques spécifiques à l’industrie porteuses de développement et qui seront animées par des experts du domaine. La première tenu de cet événement aura lieu le 29 et le 30 avril 2019 au Grand Mogador Hôtel de Casablanca. INDUSTRY MEETING DAY sera l’occasion de recevoir plusieurs…
In English Le Maroc, désireux de tirer parti de la hausse de la demande mondiale d’engrais prévue, s’attèle actuellement à développer les activités d’extraction de la potasse dans le pays, ce qui devrait entrainer la création de davantage d’opportunités d’exportation et contribuer à renforcer les capacités en aval. Mi-février, la compagnie minière britannique Emmerson a…
Interview:Farid Bensaïd What are the challenges facing the retail sector? FARID BENSAÏD: One of the main disruptive trends is the emergence of digital platforms, which will eventually result in the disappearance of a number of jobs, as well as completely new kinds of jobs appearing. This brings up the challenge of the adaptation of human resources. The fact that more and more consumers purchase…
Interview:Abdellatif Kabbaj How can public policy effectively extend ongoing positive trends in the textile market? ABDELLATIF KABBAJ: The sector is undergoing a positive movement towards exports, with growth of 5-7% per year. Companies that decided to develop in the fast-fashion segment are doing well. Although some were created less than two years ago, their financial situations and order…
Interview:Othman El Ferdaous What is being done to attract foreign investment? OTHMAN EL FERDAOUS: The inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Morocco is similar in scale to that of Tunisia, and South-eastern European countries like Bulgaria and Romania, meaning that it has oscillated between 2.5% and 3.5% of GDP since 2008. FDI outflows experienced strong momentum in 2017 with more than…
Interview:Jean Christophe Quemard How has the expansion of the automobile industry impacted local content and exports? JEAN CHRISTOPHE QUEMARD: Following the arrival of major automobile actors, Morocco has developed six additional ecosystems: wiring, metal stamping, battery, powertrain, vehicle interior and seats. Automobile projects are also creating a new industrial pole of excellence in…
