Author: aya

Judicial investigations in Spain have led to the dismantling of an international network allegedly involved in smuggling large quantities of textile waste from Morocco into southern Spain. Prosecutors in Algeciras have launched legal proceedings against two individuals and two commercial companies suspected of importing nearly 1,800 tons of textile waste into Spain without the required environmental permits. According to Spanish media reports, the main suspect organized a total of 44 shipments of textile waste across the Strait of Gibraltar between late 2022 and mid-2023. The cargo reportedly followed logistics routes passing through the port of Tanger Med and the Port…

Italy has selected Tangier as the starting point for the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic in Morocco, a decision carrying both symbolic and strategic significance that reflects the growing status of the city within the Mediterranean region. The first event took place aboard the Italian Navy frigate Virginio Fasan, attended by Italy’s Ambassador to Morocco, Pasquale Salzano, along with senior Italian military and diplomatic officials. Speaking on the occasion, the ambassador emphasized that the anniversary serves as an opportunity to reflect on the values upon which the modern Italian Republic was founded, particularly freedom, democracy, and…

A Spanish news outlet specializing in maritime and logistics affairs has highlighted the rapid transformation taking place in northern Morocco, describing the Tangier region as one of China’s leading industrial destinations outside Asia, thanks to major projects in the automotive, battery, and logistics infrastructure sectors. According to the report, Chinese investments in Morocco have exceeded $6 billion in recent years. These investments have benefited from the Kingdom’s strategic location and its free trade agreements with the European Union and several international markets, turning Morocco into an increasingly attractive industrial and logistics platform for global investors. The report also notes that…

Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026–2030 National Development Plan highlights the significant influence of Morocco’s development experience, particularly the model of the city of Tangier, which is presented as one of Africa’s leading references in infrastructure, logistics, territorial development, and investment attraction. The Ivorian strategic document contains several direct references to Morocco and Tangier, describing the Kingdom’s achievements over recent years as successful examples that can help support Côte d’Ivoire’s efforts to modernize its economy and strengthen its competitiveness. In the logistics sector, the report specifically praises the Tanger Med port complex. It notes that Ivorian ports remain some distance from the level…

A report published by TF1 Info has highlighted the remarkable transformation experienced by the city of Tangier in recent years. According to the French media outlet, the city has established itself as one of Morocco’s leading economic and real estate hubs, attracting a growing number of European investors seeking promising opportunities on the southern shore of the Mediterranean. The report notes that Tangier is no longer simply a strategic city overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. It has evolved into a comprehensive economic center that combines industry, logistics, trade, real estate, and tourism. This development has been driven by its unique…

Official documents issued by the Public Procurement Commission of Mauritania’s Ministry of Energy, Petroleum, Mines and Industry have raised questions after information appeared regarding the identity and nationality of entities linked to Morocco’s Tanger Med Group, within the framework of the project to prepare a business plan for the “Aria” Industrial Zone in the Trarza region. The issue dates back to the opening session of the Expression of Interest process held on May 8, 2026, which recorded the participation of forty candidates from several countries competing for the contract to develop the business plan for the new industrial zone. Mauritania…

Moroccan engineering and consulting firm NOVEC has secured a place on the final shortlist for the project to develop the business plan of the “Aria” Industrial Zone in the Trarza region of Mauritania. Meanwhile, Tanger Med Engineering (TME) failed to advance to the next stage of the competition. The selection followed a preliminary evaluation process involving forty candidates, including engineering consultancies and advisory firms from several countries. After assessment, only eight candidates were shortlisted for the final phase, among them NOVEC. The project concerns the preparation of a comprehensive business plan for the Aria Industrial Zone, a strategic development that…

Morocco’s Minister of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, stated that the launch of the new ferry GNV Aurora will strengthen maritime links between Morocco and Europe while boosting the attractiveness of Moroccan tourist destinations. According to the minister, Italy has become Morocco’s fifth-largest tourism market, with more than one million Italian visitors recorded in 2025. Around 15% of these travelers arrive by sea. The vessel began operating on June 1, 2026, on the Tangier Med–Barcelona–Genoa route. A second ship, GNV Virgo, is expected to join the route in July ahead of the Marhaba 2026 operation. The…

GNV, the ferry company owned by the MSC Group, has unveiled two new liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered vessels as part of its strategy to strengthen maritime connections between Morocco and Europe ahead of the Marhaba 2026 operation. The first vessel has already entered service on the Genoa-Barcelona-Tangier Med route, while a sister ship with similar specifications is expected to join operations in early July. According to company officials, the investment in the two vessels amounts to €360 million and forms part of a broader fleet renewal program worth €1.3 billion through 2030. The ships are powered by LNG, a technology…

The song “LASTIQUE”, produced by Ramon and bringing together Moroccan rap artists Madd and 7ARI for the first time, has climbed to the top of YouTube’s trending videos in Morocco, generating significant engagement shortly after its release. The achievement highlights the strong anticipation surrounding this collaboration, which combines two distinct styles within Morocco’s rap scene and has attracted widespread attention from music fans. Beyond its musical performance, the project has also drawn interest through its visually ambitious music video, which contributed to expanding the song’s reach both in Morocco and internationally. The success further strengthens Ramon’s position within the Moroccan…