The first edition of the International Ports and Ecosystem Exhibition was inaugurated Wednesday in El Jadida, in the presence of several decision-makers, experts, and national and international operators from the maritime and port sectors. According to organizers, SIPORTS 2026 offers a rich scientific program, including thematic conferences and B2B meetings, as well as an exhibition space structured around several hubs dedicated to port industries, port operations, training, and scientific research. Through this event, Morocco confirms its ambition to consolidate its position as a strategic port hub and a major player in regional and international cooperation, promoting sustainable, innovative, and competitive port development. This position grants the Kingdom a natural role as a logistics hub linking Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. He identified five structuring priorities to develop the national port sector: energy and ecological transition, adaptation to climate change, strengthening port security, digitization and integration of artificial intelligence, as well as excellence in infrastructure design.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 01, 2026 22:26 UTC