Morocco unveils $1.6 billion expansion of Casablanca Airport ahead of 2030 FIFA World Cup
With an estimated budget of 15 billion dirhams (approximately $1.6 billion), the state-of-the-art terminal—scheduled for completion by the end of 2029—will accommodate an additional 20 million passengers annually. It will reinforce Casablanca's strategic role as an intercontinental hub linking Europe, Africa, and the Americas, while also supporting the growth of Royal Air Maroc.
The project is part of ONDA's «Airports 2030» strategy, which aims to modernize Morocco's airport infrastructure by developing smarter, more sustainable, and better-connected platforms. The new terminal will feature cutting-edge innovations in passenger flow management, energy efficiency, climate resilience, and operational performance. It will also be integrated into the high-speed rail network, enabling travel to Rabat in 30 minutes and to Marrakech in under an hour.
To carry out this flagship project, ONDA is launching two international calls for expressions of interest:
– One for a Program Manager, responsible for overseeing the entire project (terminal, runways, and ancillary areas) and coordinating among various stakeholders;
– Another for a builder or consortium, tasked with detailed engineering and terminal construction, including the integration of systems provided by third parties.
Through this major initiative, Morocco reaffirms its ambition to position air transport as a key driver of economic growth, tourism development, and regional influence.
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