Spain and Morocco, soon to be united? The movement of tectonic plates could lead to the formation of supercontinents, scientists say, and estimate that Spain and Morocco, and by extension Europe and Africa or the two shores of the Strait of Gibraltar, will collide within 250 million years. According to a study by the University […]
Ryanair is strengthening its position in Morocco The airline company Ryanairin partnership with the Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT), launched a new base in Tangier on Tuesday, its fourth in Morocco. It was in the presence of the Minister of Tourism, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, representatives of local authorities and tourism professionals. Ryanair will open 13 new […]
French group leaves Morocco Present in Casablanca since 2013, the French insurance broker SPB (Société de prévoyance bancaire) has just ended its activities. In Morocco, the French broker SPB has decided to close its doors, after having handled part of its back-office operations in the kingdom for 11 years. It has not communicated the reasons […]
Mohammed VI enjoys his holidays in Mdiq (video) King Mohammed VI is enjoying his vacation in M’diq. Photos published on social networks show the Sovereign enjoying a ride in a convertible Mercedes. In the back seat of the luxury car, just behind Mohammed VI sitting in the passenger seat, appears his faithful companion Yusef Kaddur, […]
MREs angry at GNV The shipping company GNV has cancelled its lines to Morocco at the last minute, sparking anger among Moroccans in Europe who chose to reach Morocco by sea this summer as part of Operation Marhaba. GNV has cancelled its Barcelona to Tangier and Nador connections, much to the dismay of Moroccans in […]
Spy satellite: Morocco chooses Israel and snubs France The Israeli company “Israel Aerospace Industries” (IAI) chaired by the former Israeli minister Amir Peretz, native of Boujaâd (Moroccan city) will deliver a spy satellite to Morocco. This acquisition has reportedly already been concluded. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will manufacture a satellite for Morocco. The two parties […]
Domestic flights in Morocco: Ryanair challenges Air Arabia Ryanair and Air Arabia are engaged in fierce competition in Morocco. The two airlines, authorized to operate domestic flights in the kingdom, are trying to dominate the local market by offering quality services at low costs. Ryanair wants to strengthen its presence in Morocco. The low-cost airline, […]
Morocco: Demolition of illegal cafes and shops continues Local authorities in Moulay Brahim, Al Haouz region have demolished several cafes and shops selling industrial handicrafts located along the banks of the tourist valley of Ghighaya. The managers of these businesses express their dismay. Local authorities have “broken some tables and chairs, and demolished wooden shelters […]
Risk of flight disruptions between France and Morocco The threat by the unions at Paris airports (Roissy CDG and Orly) to go on strike on Wednesday 17 July, if carried out, risks causing disruptions to flights to Morocco. The Paris airport unions (CGT, CFDT, FO and Unsa) are threatening to go on strike on Wednesday, […]
Morocco: Fatal Collapse in a Stone Quarry A 50-year-old man from the Azilal region lost his life following a collapse in a stone quarry in the commune of Ghiata Al Gharbia. An investigation has been opened to determine the causes and circumstances of the incident. The victim suffered fractures to the shoulder and chest. His […]