Morocco’s ONCF is preparing the EPC tender for the 430km Kenitra–Marrakech high-speed rail extension (53 billion MAD / ~$5.3bn). Procurement launched 2025; engineering and design underway. EPC award expected 2026 — the key event that confirms the construction timeline. Morocco’s 2030 FIFA World Cup co-hosting creates a hard delivery deadline for the line connecting Tangier to Marrakech through Casablanca.
Procurement Details
Key Issues / Risks
No EPC award confirmed as of August 2026. Morocco's first LGV ran over budget and time. Atlas foothills terrain south of Casablanca is more complex than Phase 1 route.
Latest Development (Detail)
Engineering and design underway as of August 2026. EPC tender expected later in 2026.
What Happens Next
EPC tender publication and contract award.
Commercial Opportunity
Africa's second largest high-speed rail EPC package after Egypt. European and Asian rail contractors will compete.
Stakeholder Intelligence
Procurement & Contract Outlook
Commercial Opportunity Intelligence
Analyst Notes
Link via Relationships to: Morocco Kenitra-Marrakech HSR Project record and Siemens Mobility Corporate record.