Casablanca : Morocco’s National Office of Railways (ONCF) has finalised contracts worth 29 billion dirhams ($2.9 billion) for the acquisition of 168 new trains, reinforcing the country’s push to modernise its rail network ahead of 2030.
The procurement plan aims to replace ONCF’s aging fleet while accommodating rising passenger demand. It also supports major infrastructure projects, including extending the high-speed rail line from Kenitra to Marrakech and developing regional transit services such as an RER-style network in key urban hubs.
ONCF awarded contracts to three firms offering the most technically and economically advantageous bids. French company Alstom secured the contract for 18 high-speed trains through a consortium with Alstom Railways Maroc. Spain’s Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) won the contract for 40 intercity trains, while South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem will supply 110 rapid transit trains.
These investments reinforce Morocco’s position as a rail leader in Africa, aligning with the country’s broader sustainable mobility goals. The modernization effort is also set to enhance Morocco’s transport infrastructure as it co-hosts the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal.
