The 2022 edition of the Marrakech Air Show opened with a bang, offering its visitors an impressive spectacle of aerial displays. This unmissable event brings together a multitude of civil and military aircraft on the tarmac, offering aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the latest technological advances in the aeronautics industry.
Morocco is experiencing significant growth in the aerospace sector, with more than 24,000 professionals employed and exports exceeding $2.3 billion per year. Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, expressed the country’s desire to double these figures in the coming years. He also highlighted that more than 42% of aircraft spare parts are now produced in Morocco.
The show hosts more than 200 exhibitors and attracts thousands of visitors. This year, special attention is being paid to the booming African market. Major investors in the aeronautics sector have chosen to set up in Morocco, highlighting the growing potential of the African continent in this field.
The companies present at the show are showcasing their most innovative aeronautical technologies aimed at improving air operations. Autonomous flight systems and modern sensor technologies used in drones are also presented, demonstrating the constant advances in the sector.
The environmental aspect is at the heart of the show’s concerns this year. Many companies are exhibiting sustainable solutions aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the aeronautics industry. From the design of electrical and electronic components for reduced fuel consumption to the implementation of sustainable practices in factories, the Marrakech Air Show is positioning itself as a key player in the ecological transition in the sector.
Since its first edition in 2008, the Marrakech Air Show has become a major event for the aeronautics industry, offering a platform for exchange and discovery of new trends in the sector. This year again, the event promises to inspire and innovate, establishing Morocco as a key player in the international aeronautical landscape.