Morocco Eyes Russian and French Submarines for Naval Expansion
17 December 2024
Morocco wants to acquire its very first submarine, the last piece of equipment missing from the Royal Navy. In its sights, the Russian and French high-tech models.
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Morocco Considers Acquiring First Submarines to Bolster Naval Capabilities
26 November 2024
Morocco, eager to strengthen its maritime power, is seriously considering the acquisition of its very first submarine. This project, repeatedly postponed, now seems essential (…)
France’s Naval Group Poised to Win Moroccan Submarine Contract
31 October 2024
France has won major contracts in Morocco, thanks to the recent state visit of Emmanuel Macron to Rabat. Naval Group could be awarded the construction of a submarine for the (…)
Spanish Shipbuilder Navantia Begins Construction of $92 Million Patrol Boat for Moroccan Navy
29 October 2024
Navantia has launched the construction of the Avante 1800 patrol boat for the Royal Moroccan Navy. The production of this 89-meter-long ship should take three years.
Royal Moroccan Navy Expands Fleet with Second Bell 412EP Helicopter
18 October 2024
The Royal Moroccan Navy is about to receive a second unit of the versatile Bell 412EP helicopter. This will strengthen its air capabilities.
French and German Shipbuilders Compete for Morocco’s First Submarine Contract
9 October 2024
A French naval group and a German competitor are vying to build the first submarine for the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces.
Morocco Expands Naval Capabilities with New Patrol Vessel from Spain’s Navantia
14 September 2024
Morocco has placed an order with Navantia for the construction of a patrol vessel. The construction work on this ship belonging to the Avante 1800 class is progressing at a (…)
Spanish Shipbuilder Navantia Begins Keel Construction for Moroccan Navy Patrol Vessel
8 September 2024
The construction by Navantia of the patrol vessel for the benefit of the Royal Moroccan Navy is progressing. The Spanish shipbuilder carried out the keel laying on its San (…)
Morocco Races to Acquire Submarines, Bolstering Naval Defense Against Regional Threats
12 August 2024
Morocco would be multiplying efforts to equip its Royal Navy with submarines as soon as possible. The kingdom is keen to quickly fill this major gap to face any potential (…)
Spanish Shipbuilder Navantia Denies Submarine Deal with Morocco
15 June 2024
The Spanish shipbuilder Navantia denies having received an order from the Moroccan authorities for the construction of submarines for the Royal Moroccan Navy.