Saturday, November 30, 2024 The Marrakech Air Show 2024, held under the esteemed High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, concluded on November 2, marking a significant moment in Morocco’s aerospace journey. The event, hosted at the Royal Air Force base, brought together 194 exhibitors, 50 international delegations, and nearly 30,000 visitors, reaffirming Morocco’s growing stature as a global aerospace hub. A Showcase of Global Aerospace Innovation This year’s show featured some of the world’s leading aerospace and defense companies, including Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Embraer, and Safran, all unveiling their latest advancements in technology.
As the country of honor, the UAE showcased an impressive 800 m2 pavilion, highlighting groundbreaking innovations from leading Emirati aerospace companies. One of the most noteworthy moments of the event was the signing of several high-profile agreements that further solidified Morocco’s appeal as an aerospace leader. The creation of the African Centre of Manufacturing Excellence (ACME) in partnership with Boeing marked a pivotal step in enhancing Morocco’s research capabilities in aerospace manufacturing.
Embraer also expanded its footprint in Morocco, signing multiple agreements related to commercial aviation, defense, and urban mobility. Other key partnerships with companies like TRELLEBORG and Composite Industrie Maroc focused on strengthening local supply chains and expanding Morocco’s industrial ecosystem. Inve.
