Spain
Morocco Seeks National Shipping Flag Amid Maritime Transport Challenges
The crisis that occurred with Spain has highlighted the need for Morocco to have a national flag. But many reasons are slowing down the realization of this project.
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Maritime
Morocco
Tanger Med to Acquire 35% State Stake in Moroccan Port Operator Marsa Maroc
Tanger Med will take the state’s stake in the port operator Marsa Maroc. The announcement was made by the port company and concerns the 35% held by the public authorities.
Spain
New Scientific Study Reveals Alboran Sea's Crucial Role in Mediterranean Ecosystem
The book "Alboran Sea: Marine Ecosystems and Resources" was presented to the public on Monday. Published by Springer and coordinated by the Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO), it contains all the latest scientific information on the Alboran Sea, the most productive basin in the entire Mediterranean.
Morocco
Tanger Med Port Sees 25% Growth, Climbs Global Rankings Despite Pandemic
Port activity at Tanger Med continues on its good momentum . Ranked in February 2021 among the 25 largest ports in the world, the port complex is trying to gain a few more points in the ranking.
Spain
Portugal Evaluates Port Conditions for Delayed Portimão-Tangier Ferry Service
Portugal has provided explanations regarding the delay in launching the Portimão-Tanger Med maritime line, initially scheduled for early July. Morocco has associated the French, Portuguese and Italian ports with the Marhaba 2021 operation to the detriment of Spain , its traditional partner.
Morocco
Morocco Aims to Expand Ferry Routes to Europe Amid Travel Disruptions
Morocco has the ambition to develop long-haul ferries to connect its ports to European ports. Abdelkader Amara said the kingdom is ready to support the private sector in this direction.
Morocco
Tanger Med Port Surges in Global Rankings with 35% Container Growth
More good news from the Tanger Med port complex, which continues to multiply performances to improve its position in the small circle of leading ports in the world. In the 1st quarter of 2021, it achieved a turnover of 739 million dirhams, up 18% compared to last year.
Spain
Almería Port Ready for Moroccan Travelers Despite Exclusion from Marhaba Operation
The president of the Port Authority of Almería (APA), Jesús Caicedo, surprised by the decision of the Moroccan government to exclude Spanish ports again this year from the Marhaba Operation 2021, reassured that his port was nevertheless ready to welcome passengers.
Morocco
Morocco Imposes New Container Tax on Importers, Favoring Maersk Subsidiary
Moroccan importers will now be subject to a new tax of 250 dirhams applicable to each container transported by other service providers. This is the decision of Sealand-Maersk, which is trying to recover the container transport branch to the delivery sites for itself.
Spain
Civil Guard Intercepts Moroccan Fishing Boats Near Ceuta Amid Marine Wildlife Concerns
The maritime service of the Civil Guard has stepped up the control of Moroccan fishing boats, in the face of the use of nets by Moroccan fishermen, causing significant damage to marine wildlife. As evidenced by the massacre of dolphins recorded in the waters of Ceuta in recent days.
Spain
Dolphin Deaths in Ceuta Waters Spark Investigation into Moroccan Fishing Practices
The Center for the Study and Conservation of Marine Animals (CECAM) announced on Sunday the discovery of a dead dolphin and a dead globicephalus in the usual fishing area of Moroccans in the waters near Ceuta.
Morocco
Morocco and Russia Renew Fishing Agreement, Expanding Maritime Partnership
A maritime partnership agreement has just been adopted between a Moroccan parliamentary commission and Russia. This document replaces the 2016 agreement, which came to an end in March 2020.