RABAT, June 17 – Construction of Morocco’s Dakhla Atlantic Port has reached 62% completion, marking another milestone in one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.
Located on the southern Atlantic coast, the port is expected to strengthen Morocco’s position in global trade while turning the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region into a major logistics and maritime hub.
According to project officials, work continues to move ahead despite the challenges of building in an open-sea environment. Among the most advanced sections is the 1.3-kilometre maritime bridge connecting the future port island to the mainland. The structure is now 85% complete and is expected to ease the movement of heavy machinery and construction materials to offshore work sites.
Progress is also being made on the protective breakwaters, which are 45% complete. The first layer of Cubipod concrete blocks designed to shield the port from powerful Atlantic waves has already reached 80% completion.
Land reclamation works are advancing as well, with the first platform now 60% complete through a process that combines materials sourced on land with sediments recovered from dredging operations.
Authorities plan to deliver the first quay before the end of the year. The 12-metre-deep facility will serve the fishing industry, supporting seafood processing and exports from the region.
Meanwhile, a second 14-metre-deep quay is entering a key phase of development. Once completed, it will handle heavy equipment linked to renewable energy projects, particularly Morocco’s growing green hydrogen sector.
The entire project remains on track for completion by the end of 2028.
Beyond its role as a port, the development has become part of Morocco’s wider industrial and energy strategy. Authorities see it as a gateway connecting Sahel countries to the Atlantic while opening new trade routes with North and South America.
The project is also expected to attract investment, create jobs and expand exports from Morocco and across the region.
