EasyJet establishes its first African air base in Marrakech

EasyJet has inaugurated its first African air base in Marrakech, marking a new chapter for Morocco's air connectivity and tourism development. This launch coincides with EasyJet's 20th anniversary of operations in Morocco. The new base, equipped with three Airbus aircraft and representing an investment exceeding 150 million euros, solidifies EasyJet's position as the second-largest airline in Marrakech. The permanent, year-round base will offer a record 4 million seats to and from Morocco. Economically, it is expected to create approximately 100 direct jobs and several thousand indirect jobs in the aviation, tourism, and service sectors. Each based aircraft is projected to generate about 30 million euros in gross added value for the local economy, highlighting the air transport sector's role in regional growth. Mohsine Chafai El Alaoui, the regional delegate for Tourism in Marrakech-Safi, emphasized that air development is a priority in the tourism roadmap, directly impacting demand, arrivals, and tourism activity. He noted a significant increase in arrivals to Marrakech in recent years and anticipates the new base will further strengthen this trend and facilitate the opening of new air routes.