Morocco
Moroccan Expat Caught Smuggling $50,000 in Gold Jewelry at Tanger Med Port
The customs elements on duty at the port of Tanger Med seized a large quantity of smuggled gold jewelry. The suspect is a Moroccan residing abroad .
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Tanger Med
Morocco
Cocaine Bust at Tanger-Med Port: Spanish Truck Driver Arrested in International Drug Sting
A 54-year-old man was arrested by the elements of the National Security and Customs operating at the Tanger-Med Port . He would be involved in a criminal network active in the international drug and psychotropic trafficking.
France
Chaos at Sète Port: New Morocco Ferry Line Sparks Passenger Unrest and Security Measures
To contain the clashes observed around the port of Sète, since a third line has been created towards Morocco, the Prefect of Hérault has decided to restrict access to the port of Sète for passengers without tickets. Far too many malfunctions have been noted by the Hérault Prefecture in the organization of the first calls of this third maritime line to Morocco.
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
Spanish Trucker Arrested at Moroccan Port with 850 kg of Cannabis Resin
An international transport truck with foreign license plates was intercepted at the Tanger Med port by elements of the National Security and Customs. On board, 850 kg of cannabis resin were found.
Morocco
Morocco Boosts Ferry Capacity for Diaspora with Two New Ships
Two night ferry ships with a capacity of 2,000 passengers and 500 cars each have just been chartered under an agreement with the Tanger Med Port Authority. This will facilitate the return of Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) to Morocco, as King Mohammed VI had wished .
Spain
Morocco to Repatriate 12,000 Seasonal Workers from Spain Starting June 15
The seasonal workers who are stranded in Spain due to the border closures will be able to return to Morocco starting June 15. The authorities have just decided to exceptionally open its maritime borders with Spain, to avoid the scenario of last year.
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
Ferry to Repatriate Stranded Europeans and Moroccans from Morocco to Spain on April 22
A Baleària company ship will repatriate on Thursday, April 22, the Spaniards and Spanish residents stranded in Morocco, from the port of Tanger Med to the port of Algeciras.
Spain
Spain Launches Maritime Operation to Repatriate 3,800 Citizens from Morocco
After a first repatriation ship that left on Monday, two other ships will repatriate this week 2,300 Spaniards or Spanish residents stranded in Morocco after the suspension of flights with Spain and France decided on March 30 by the Moroccan authorities. In total, 3,800 people will leave Morocco.
Spain
Morocco Prepares Sea Routes for Diaspora's Summer Return Amid Travel Restrictions
Morocco is gearing up for the organization of the Marhaba Operation 2021, after the cancellation of last year’s edition for health reasons. The authorities would opt for the passage of Moroccans living abroad by sea.
Morocco
Moroccan Port Bust: 18 Arrested in International Drug Smuggling Attempt
Eighteen people, including MREs, were arrested on Saturday for their alleged involvement in an attempted international drug trafficking operation. The operation was carried out by elements of the judicial police brigade at the Tanger Med port.