Morocco’s national carrier, Royal Air Maroc Cargo, celebrated 45 years of service in the US on 16 February.
It entered the market in 1979 with a Casablanca–New York (JFK) route.
Today, Royal Air Maroc Cargo’s US operations account for nearly 90 percent of its transatlantic volumes
Its gateway distribution in the US is led by JFK (65%), followed by Miami (10%) and Washington Dulles (25%).
The carrier connections via Casablanca to Morocco and over 30 African destinations, as well as Europe, Turkey, and Brazil, adding that its location and optimized transfers shorten lead times by up to 24 hours compared to European or Gulf hubs. Nearly 10% of its shipments to the US originate from West Africa.
Cargo carried includes perishables, pharmaceuticals and industrial products, along with Moroccan handicrafts destined for hotels or private residences.
Globe Air Cargo, part of the ECS Group, represents the carrier in the US.
Vice-president cargo, Rita Chraibi, said: “Looking ahead, we are studying expansion to Los Angeles to enhance our North American footprint and focusing on strategic segments such as perishables and GDP-compliant pharmaceuticals. As we plan to quadruple our fleet by 2037, our US operations will remain central in linking North America, Africa, and the world.”
