Morocco's national rail operator ONCF has issued a tender to undertake the construction of a 375-km railway line, extending from Kenitra on the northwest coast to the city of Marrakech in the south.

The project involves designing and constructing infrastructure capable of accommodating high-speed trains traveling at speeds of up to 350 km/h. It also entails establishing stations, advanced signaling systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and a maintenance center in Marrakech. The project is divided into seven lots, ranging from 36 to 64 km each, passing through busy urban areas such as Rabat-Sale, the dynamic city of Casablanca, and the historic city of Marrakech.

Egis, an expert in construction engineering, was selected as the principal consultant for the project. This high-speed rail line is integral to Morocco's US$37 billion initiative to modernize its railway network. The goal is to link 43 cities, providing 80% of Morocco's population with access to rail transport by 2040, up from the current 50%. Interested companies have until June 23, 2024, to express their interest.