Marsa Maroc has commissioned a newly deepened quay section at the Port of Casablanca, signalling the start of a significant expansion programme designed to carry the facility through to 2030 and beyond.
The first phase of the project covers 230 metres of quay length, with depth increased to 12 metres and scope to reach 14 metres in future.
Since coming into service on 31 March 2026, the upgraded berth has allowed the port to accommodate vessels of up to 60,000 tonnes, nearly double the previous limit of 35,000 tonnes, opening access to a new category of larger ocean-going ships.
The development represents a technical milestone for one of North Africa's busiest ports.
As well as expanding operational capacity, it is expected to strengthen the port's appeal to maritime transport operators and investors seeking reliable infrastructure on the Atlantic coast.
The upgrade comes at a critical moment. The Port of Casablanca currently handles around 100,000 containers each month, and the pressure on its facilities has been mounting.
Operational challenges include congestion, additional charges, and vessel delays.
The broader programme, spanning 42 months in total, is scheduled for completion in the second quarter of 2028.
Once finished, it aims to raise the multipurpose terminal's annual capacity to more than 8 million tonnes, alongside upgrades to equipment and improvements to operational processes.
