The Dakhla Atlantic Port project, a strategic infrastructure initiative by Morocco, is progressing into a decisive construction phase. The port is designed to become a key maritime and logistics platform, enhancing Morocco's economic integration with West Africa and global markets.
According to official reports, the port will feature a 3,000-meter main dike, a 2,500-meter secondary dike, and a 1,600-meter quay. The project includes a 30-hectare logistics zone and a 50-hectare industrial zone, with an estimated total cost of 12.5 billion Moroccan dirhams (approximately $1.25 billion).
The port is expected to handle 35 million tons of cargo annually by 2030, including containers, hydrocarbons, and bulk goods. It aims to reduce transit times for goods to and from West Africa, supporting regional trade and economic development.
Construction began in 2021, with completion targeted for 2028. The project is part of Morocco's National Port Strategy and the broader development plan for the southern provinces, including the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region.
