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Royal Air Maroc Plans Fleet Expansion with Up to 15 Aircraft Annually

Royal Air Maroc achieved “very positive” results for 2025 despite ongoing supply chain challenges, with plans to acquire or lease between 12 and 15 aircraft annually as part of its expansion strategy, CEO Hamid Addou announced Tuesday in Rabat. Speaking at the closing press conference of the 58th Arab Air Carriers Organization annual assembly, Addou […]

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Royal Air Maroc and China Eastern forge strategic Africa-China air bridge

Royal Air Maroc and China Eastern Airlines have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement in Shanghai to substantially enhance air connectivity between China and Africa, responding to growing economic, cultural, and tourism exchanges between the regions. The strategic collaboration encompasses codeshare agreements on major routes, extended connections beyond respective hub airports, and a Special Prorate Agreement […]

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Royal Air Maroc launches direct Casablanca-Munich route

Moroccan carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) inaugurated on Monday a new direct flight connecting Casablanca to Munich, marking a significant step in strengthening air connectivity between Morocco and Germany. The new route, to be serviced twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, serves as a strategic bridge between Morocco and Germany, aimed at boosting economic, […]

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Royal Air Maroc beefs up fleet with Avolon lease deal

Royal Air Maroc has signed with Dublin-based Avolon Company a lease agreement for six Boeing 737-8 MAX planes. Two aircraft were delivered in recent weeks with the remainder to be delivered through 2025 and 2026. Commenting the deal, Paul Geaney, President and Chief Commercial Officer, Avolon said: “We are excited to welcome Royal Air Maroc […]

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Royal Air Maroc expands African network with New Casablanca–N’Djamena route

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has officially inaugurated its new direct route between Casablanca and N’Djamena, Chad’s capital, further strengthening its strategic presence across the African continent. The inaugural flight departed from Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca at 11:40 p.m. local time and landed at N’Djamena International Airport at 5:05 a.m. local time, RAM said […]

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Royal Air Maroc expands direct Marrakech links to France, Belgium

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) will significantly enhance its point-to-point network from Marrakech, reinstating direct flights to Lyon, Toulouse, Nantes, and Bordeaux from 10 October 2025. The national carrier will also increase services to Marseille and Brussels. According to CEO Hamid Addou, these developments align with RAM’s strategic roadmap to 2030, aimed at connecting Morocco’s major […]

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Royal Air Maroc unveils ambitious fleet expansion to 200 aircraft by 2037

Morocco’s national carrier Royal Air Maroc has outlined transformative growth plans targeting a quadrupling of its fleet to 200 aircraft by 2037, positioning itself as a major global aviation player while preparing to serve as the official airline for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Transport Minister Abdessamad Kayouh revealed the expansion strategy during question time […]

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Royal Air Maroc to start receiving Boeing 737 MAX 8 Jets shortly

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is set to bolster its fleet with the delivery of two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, scheduled to arrive on May 31 and June 2, respectively, Le360 reported. The order is part of the national carrier’s broader strategy to expand and modernize its operations amid growing demand for air travel. These […]

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Royal Air Maroc partners with Touch Inflight Solutions to improve inflight entertainment services

Morocco’s National airline Company has partnered with Touch Inflight Solutions firm to deliver best inflight entertainment (IFE) services that will improve the passenger experience and position Royal Air Maroc as a leader in African aviation. As Morocco’s tourism industry is thriving and the 2030 World Cup expected to place a global spotlight on the country, […]

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Royal Air Maroc, Mauritania Airlines sign codeshare agreement, increase their weekly flights

Morocco’s air carrier, Royal Air Maroc, and Mauritania Airlines signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a “free flow” codeshare agreement for the direct Casablanca-Nouakchott air route. This strategic agreement, initialled in Casablanca on Friday, is part of both airlines’ ongoing efforts to enhance their customers’ experience, as it will allow passengers to benefit from […]