According to Mahmoud Arbouch, principal economist at the Policy Center for the New South, Tanger Med's ability to quickly connect the production site to European markets was crucial for Renault, highlighting the importance of logistics in the automotive industry. This strategic advantage allowed Morocco to offer competitive costs and public incentives, alongside a robust logistics chain. Renault now exports approximately 400,000 vehicles annually, and Stellantis joined in 2019, making the automotive sector Morocco's leading exporter with nearly a million vehicles.
New port projects like Nador West Med and Dakhla Atlantique are being developed with distinct specializations. Nador West Med focuses on energy, including hydrocarbons, natural gas, and liquefied natural gas, aiming to support new logistical, energy, and industrial activities in the Oriental region. Dakhla Atlantique is designed to support green hydrogen ecosystems and strengthen Morocco's Atlantic connection to Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America, aligning with the African Continental Free Trade Area.
These new ports are not just about increasing capacity but are linked to specific economic activities and regional orientations. Arbouch emphasizes that geographical location alone is no longer sufficient; competitiveness now relies on digitaliz
