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Germany’s Vossloh Cogifer and China’s Railway Shanhaiguan Bridge have been awarded contracts to supply critical components for Morocco’s high-speed rail expansion. This has been announced by Moroccan National Railway Operator (ONCF).
Germany’s Vossloh Cogifer and China’s Railway Shanhaiguan Bridge have been awarded contracts to supply critical components for Morocco’s high-speed rail expansion. This has been announced by Moroccan National Railway Operator (ONCF).
The national operator launched the tender to expand the high-speed rail network (LGV) capacity, dividing the project into two parts. Vossloh Cogifer, a leading German rail technology company, won the first lot. The contract, worth around USD 47.4 million, focuses on providing switches and crossings for the new LGV track. These components are essential for the safe and efficient operation of high-speed trains, particularly at junction points and track intersections.
China Railway Shanhaiguan Bridge, a major Chinese infrastructure firm, secured the second lot. Valued approximately USD 9 million, this contract covers the turnouts for the conventional line, which will run parallel to the new high-speed route as part of a broader network upgrade.
In total, the investments for both contracts amount to USD 56.2 million, a significant but more cost-efficient figure compared to the initial estimate of USD 62.2 million. These upgrades are key to enhancing the overall capacity and efficiency of Morocco’s railway system, which plays a critical role in both passenger transport and economic development.
The high-speed line itself will extend from Kenitra, north of Rabat, to Marrakech, connecting key cities along the country’s Atlantic coast. This expansion includes exclusive high-speed corridors, new and upgraded stations, and additional maintenance facilities to support the growing rail network. This marks a significant milestone in the development of Morocco’s high-speed rail network.
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The Kenitra-Marrakech HSR project is expected to reduce travel time between the two cities from 4.5 hours to just 1 hour and 45 minutes. This will boost tourism and economic development in the region. The project is also part of Morocco’s broader plans to modernize its transportation infrastructure. The ONCF has been investing heavily in recent years to improve the country’s rail network. This includes the construction of new high-speed lines, as well as the upgrading of existing lines.
