Rabat – Boeing has moved to expand its industrial presence in Morocco by signing a new agreement with Casablanca Aéronautique, a subsidiary of France’s Figeac Aéro Group.
Under the deal, the Moroccan firm will produce machined parts for Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft, adding a new chapter to the aerospace giant’s long-standing engagement with the country.
“This partnership speaks to our intent to help shape a solid aerospace ecosystem in Morocco,” said Emily Belgrade, Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
She also pointed to the company’s broader ambition to build lasting, reciprocal ties with local industry.
Casablanca Aéronautique employs about 900 people and operates across multiple areas of expertise, from machining and assembly to sheet metal work and surface treatment.
Its director general, Maurice Herbelin, welcomed the agreement, calling it a natural step in a growing relationship. He also underlined the company’s role in supporting Morocco’s industrial ambitions.
Jean-Claude Maillard, CEO of Figeac Aéro, saw the deal as a clear expression of the group’s strategy to maintain a global industrial footprint while anchoring a strong presence in local markets.
He said the Moroccan sites show real promise for growth and value creation.
Boeing’s involvement in Morocco goes back years. In 2016, the company signed a framework agreement with the Ministry of Industry and the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE) to develop local capacity and encourage suppliers to set up operations.
That effort has since helped create jobs and draw more players into Morocco’s aerospace ecosystem.
Moreover, RAM recently moved closer to renewing its fleet through a major deal with Boeing, while also considering a smaller order from Airbus.
According to industry insiders quoted by Reuters, the Moroccan carrier is on the verge of securing an agreement to acquire dozens of Boeing jets. At the same time, Airbus aims to supply RAM with around 20 A220 aircraft.
