Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, the 7th edition of the Marrakech Air Show will highlight Morocco's growing importance on the global aeronautics scene, and bring together industry leaders around major themes. Organized jointly by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the National Defense Administration and MEDZ, a subsidiary of Caisse de Dépôt et de Gestion, from October 30 to November 2, 2024, this international event is intended to be both a leading showcase for the latest innovations in the sector and a meeting platform for professionals seeking business opportunities.

A meeting place for world-renowned leaders and experts

In a 12,500m² exhibition space, MAS will welcome professionals and official delegations from the four corners of the globe. The list of prestigious exhibitors includes some of the biggest names in the aerospace and defense industry, pioneers who continue to shape the future of the sector. These leaders include Airbus, China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC), Embraer, Emirates Defense Companies Council (EDCC), Heliconia, Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems. 
The Marrakech Air Show 2024 is also a global crossroads of opportunities to establish strategic partnerships, explore new markets and conclude commercial agreements. To this end, participants will have access to a rich program of B2B meetings designed to facilitate quality connections and partnerships. With representatives from across the aerospace ecosystem, the show is a true networking hub.

As such, this seventh edition will welcome high-level representatives including Mr. Wouter Van Wersch, Executive Vice President of Airbus international, Mr. Tom Gentil, President of Hexcel, Mr. Stéphane Burton, CEO Orizio Group, Mr. Laurent Bouyer, Vice President Global Operations Pratt & Whitney, Dr. Chaouki Kasmi, President Technology and Innovation, EDGE, and Thomas Corbel, CEO of Groupe Le Piston Français.

Technological innovation and sustainability at the heart of MAS

With the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics into production lines, MAS 2024 will showcase Industry 4.0 technologies and their application in the aerospace sector. The show's spotlight will be on local startups developing innovative technological solutions to meet the sector's major challenges. The future of Moroccan aeronautics will thus be a central focus of MAS, aiming to provide an overview of the major advances being made in the sector. 

The event will showcase solutions being explored by Morocco in terms of alternative fuels and low-carbon technologies, in line with its environmental commitments and new sustainability projects.

One day will be dedicated to human capital and its central role, with dedicated workshops and the presence of students from Moroccan engineering schools and universities to exchange ideas with professionals.

Aeronautics in Morocco in figures:

● With 23,000 jobs created in the sector, aeronautics is one of the driving forces behind industrial employment in Morocco. The increase in the number of women in key aerospace positions reflects a commitment to inclusiveness and equality in the industry.

● In just a few years, Morocco has established itself as a major player in Africa's aerospace industry, with export sales of $2.1 billion. With double-digit annual growth and a local integration rate of 40%, the Kingdom has become one of the world's most competitive aeronautical hubs attracting international leaders.

● The Marrakech Air Show 2024 (MAS), a key event in the global aviation industry calendar, will be held from October 30 to November 2 at the Royal Air Force Base Schools.

● With over 12,500 m² of exhibition space, 200 exhibitors and 50 official delegations expected to attend, this show is a major platform for players in the aeronautics, defense and aerospace industries, offering the opportunity to showcase their innovations and establish strategic connections.

● Airbus, CATIC, EDCC, Embraer, Heliconia, Lockheed Martin, Tata Advanced Systems, among others, will be on hand at this year's Marrakech Air Show.