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Morocco World
3 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc CEO Frustrated Over Boeing Delivery Delays, Says Situation Is Improving
Rabat – Hamid Addou, CEO of Morocco's national carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM), shared the company's ambitions, plan, as well as frustration over the delay in submitting ordered aircraft from Boeing. He made his remarks during a recent interview with CNN, in which he shared Royal Air Maroc's heavy investments, but also setbacks, as some aircraft arrive up to 18 months late. 'You have to offer your customers what they're paying for. And in the economy… You have to offer the kind of service they're expecting. So we need to invest in the product, and we are already doing it,' Addou said. He said that, of course, one feels frustrated when you have 15 to 18 months late deliveries. Addou acknowledged that all executives and airlines face the same issue, promising that 'things are evolving in the right direction. Well, we just received three MAX's this week.' RAM's CEO added that Royal Air Maroc is set to receive seven of its ordered fleet by the end of December, noting that things are 'getting better.' 'Based on my information, the rhythm of production is increasing, which is a good sign,' Addou noted, adding that the company trusts its partners. The remarks came just a few days before an agreement between Boeing and Casablanca's Aironautique, a subsidiary of France's Fiageac Aero Group. Under the deal, the two parties will produce parts for the 737 MAX. Earlier this month, converging reports indicated that Royal Air Maroc is in the final stages of a significant aircraft deal with Boeing, alongside a smaller agreement with Airbus. Bloomberg cited sources familiar with the matter as saying that the Boeing order could be delayed, potentially pending a high-level meeting between King Mohammed VI and US President Donald Trump. During his interview with CNN, Addou also shared Royal Air Maroc's point of strength, noting that while the GCC Airlines focus more on Asia, RAM has a stronger presence on the south-north route between Africa and Europe. 'Where it's complicated for us to compete is against low-cost carriers,' the CEO of Royal Air Maroc said, adding that Morocco has over 40 competitors that will need a new model and a new market. Addou also thanked RAM's teams for developing new markets to compete against companies like Wizz, EasyJet, and Ryanair. He pledged that Royal Air Maroc is developing a different market in Africa, citing the company's strategy to put different and special plans for customers, in line with Morocco's culture. ' I think that if you want to feel again the first experience of the country, the airline is the best way to start a good journey,' he said. Addou added that Royal Air Maroc is in the center geographically, which makes the company able to capitalize on what clients like the world diaspora can offer. Tags: Royal Air MarocRoyal Air Maroc (RAM)
Maroc
4 days ago
- Business
- Maroc
Royal Air Maroc Expands Summer Capacity to Record 6.6 Million Seats Amid Travel Surge
Morocco's national carrier, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), will offer a record 6.6 million seats for summer 2025, up by more than 700,000 from last year, as part of a major ramp-up to meet surging travel demand, particularly from the Moroccan diaspora, the airline said Monday. The expanded schedule includes over 95 destinations, with new long-haul routes to São Paulo, Beijing, Toronto, and Catania, and additional domestic and African frequencies. RAM also added a third London route via Stansted, supplementing its existing services from Heathrow and Gatwick. The carrier is modernizing its fleet with eight new aircrafts, including two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and six Boeing 737 MAX 8s, reducing reliance on leased aircraft. It will, however, wet-lease four additional planes for the season to cover peak demand across Casablanca, Tangier, Nador, and Oujda. RAM is also overhauling its Casablanca hub operations with new scheduling windows to improve connectivity—dedicating overnight slots to European routes and daytime slots to African destinations. The expansion is part of RAM's broader strategy to position Morocco as a strategic aviation hub and improve the passenger experience, CEO Hamid Addou said. Ticket sales for the summer program are now available across all official channels. MAP: 16 June 2025
Ya Biladi
4 days ago
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Royal Air Maroc expands summer 2025 offer with 6.6 million seats and new routes
This summer, Royal Air Maroc is launching an exceptional offer, with over 6.6 million seats available across 95 destinations, an increase of 700,000 seats compared to last year, according to an official statement. The national airline aims to facilitate the return of Moroccans living abroad and respond to growing demand, particularly from Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. To meet this goal, new routes have been introduced to São Paulo, Beijing, Toronto, Catania, and London-Stansted. In addition, the recent launch of the Rabat–Dakhla route further strengthens the domestic network. Royal Air Maroc has also modernized its fleet with eight new aircraft and chartered four additional planes for the summer season, reinforcing Morocco's position as a continental air hub. Flight frequencies to several destinations have also been increased: Nouakchott now has nine weekly flights, while Dakar benefits from two daily connections, totaling 14 flights per week. At Casablanca airport, new time slots have been introduced to facilitate connections. Night flights will serve key European cities, including Brussels, Paris Orly, Paris CDG, Milan, Bologna, and London Stansted. Meanwhile, a daytime schedule is dedicated to flights to Africa, covering destinations such as Dakar, Abidjan, Bamako, Lagos, and Conakry. Direct connections between Casablanca and Malaga, Valencia, Lisbon, and Porto will be operated using medium-haul aircraft such as the Boeing 737 and Embraer 190, with operations also extending to Tangier, Nador, and Oujda. «All Royal Air Maroc teams are fully mobilized to make this summer season a success, especially for our fellow citizens living abroad, by ensuring the best possible customer experience», said Hamid Addou, CEO of Royal Air Maroc. Tickets are already available through the usual sales channels.
Ya Biladi
4 days ago
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Royal Air Maroc expands summer 2025 offer with 6.6 million seats and new routes
This summer, Royal Air Maroc is launching an exceptional offer, with over 6.6 million seats available across 95 destinations, an increase of 700,000 seats compared to last year, according to an official statement. The national airline aims to facilitate the return of Moroccans living abroad and respond to growing demand, particularly from Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. To meet this goal, new routes have been introduced to São Paulo, Beijing, Toronto, Catania, and London-Stansted. In addition, the recent launch of the Rabat–Dakhla route further strengthens the domestic network. Royal Air Maroc has also modernized its fleet with eight new aircraft and chartered four additional planes for the summer season, reinforcing Morocco's position as a continental air hub. Flight frequencies to several destinations have also been increased: Nouakchott now has nine weekly flights, while Dakar benefits from two daily connections, totaling 14 flights per week. At Casablanca airport, new time slots have been introduced to facilitate connections. Night flights will serve key European cities, including Brussels, Paris Orly, Paris CDG, Milan, Bologna, and London Stansted. Meanwhile, a daytime schedule is dedicated to flights to Africa, covering destinations such as Dakar, Abidjan, Bamako, Lagos, and Conakry. Direct connections between Casablanca and Malaga, Valencia, Lisbon, and Porto will be operated using medium-haul aircraft such as the Boeing 737 and Embraer 190, with operations also extending to Tangier, Nador, and Oujda. «All Royal Air Maroc teams are fully mobilized to make this summer season a success, especially for our fellow citizens living abroad, by ensuring the best possible customer experience», said Hamid Addou, CEO of Royal Air Maroc. Tickets are already available through the usual sales channels.
Morocco World
5 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Royal Air Maroc's Summer 2025 Flight Program Offers 6.6 Million Seats
Rabat – Morocco's national carrier, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), launched its summer 2025 flight program today, featuring a record offer of over 6.6 million seats. In a statement, RAM stressed that its summer program is aimed at supporting the massive return of Moroccans living abroad during the summer holidays. 'Royal Air Maroc is boosting its service and launching an unprecedented flight schedule,' the company said, noting that the number of seats deployed represents a record-breaking offer. The number represents a significant increase of 700,0000 seats compared to the 2024 summer flight program, the company added, noting that the airline will serve 95 destinations worldwide. Royal Air Maroc's goal, added the statement, is to meet the growing needs of a diverse clientele, including Moroccans, African diaspora, and international tourists. RAM's CEO Hamid Addou described the company's offer as 'exceptional, noting that the system the company put in place for this season is 'fully aligned with the airline's development strategy.' 'With an expanded offer, a modernized fleet, and operational innovations, we are reaffirming our commitment to our passengers and consolidating Morocco's position as a strategic air hub,' Addou said, noting that the efforts reflect the company's desire to offer ever-smoother and more enjoyable travel experiences.' For Addou, all teams are mobilized to ensure the success of the summer season, particularly for our citizens living abroad. The company's statement stressed its commitment to reinforce leadership in Africa, with two additional weekly flights to Nouakchott, bringing the total to nine weekly flights. Flights to Dakar will increase to two per day, or 14 flights per week. The four direct routes connecting Casablanca to Malaga, Valencia, Lisbon, and Porto will also be operated by medium-haul aircraft, including Boeing 737s and Embraer 190s. The company also announced that it will charter four aircraft from internationally renowned airlines, noting that those flights are next-generation models selected based on safety and comfort criteria. 'RAM reduced the number of charted aircraft thanks to the addition of eight new planes to its fleet,' the company stated, adding that the number includes Boeing 787-900 Dreamliners for long-haul flights and six Boeing 737-8 Max aircraft for medium-haul routes. The new summer system comes as Morocco launched earlier this month the Marhaba Operation, an annual campaign the country dedicates to facilitating the transit of Moroccans residing abroad during summer holidays. The company's pledges come as RAM has been under increasing scrutiny, following a series of troubling incidents, including expensive ticket prices, as well as frequent luggage handling disruption that causes significant delays and disruptions for travelers. Tags: Morocco summer timeRoyal Air Maroc
