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Ambitious Underwater Rail Link Between Spain and Morocco Could Be a Game-Changer by the 2030 World Cup
A groundbreaking underwater train tunnel linking Spain and Morocco could be operational by the time the 2030 FIFA World Cup kicks off. According to researchers from the Spanish Society for Fixed Communications Studies (Secegsa), this ambitious project has been deemed viable, with construction expected to take just five years.
Spanning 27.7 kilometers beneath the sea and an additional 11 kilometers underground, the proposed tunnel would be a marvel of modern engineering. The plans call for two train tunnels, along with a third tunnel designated for service and maintenance.
Recent reports suggest a strategic shift, with the tunnels connecting Spain's capital, Madrid, directly to Morocco's economic center, Casablanca. This high-speed rail link could cut travel time between the two cities to about five and a half hours, revolutionizing cross-border connectivity.
As Spain, Morocco, and Portugal prepare to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, the timing of this project seems ideal. Construction is set to begin next year, and anticipation is building for what could be a significant infrastructure project for the region.
The high-speed trains will traverse four major stations in both countries, with Madrid serving as the primary departure point, followed by a southern Spanish stop in Algeciras. Specific logistical details, including final designs and funding sources, remain undisclosed. However, the success of this venture will rely on seamless collaboration among Spain, Morocco, and potential external partners, such as the European Union.
The project has attracted interest from several international organizations, including the Arab Maghreb Union, the European Commission, the Barcelona Process, and the Union for the Mediterranean, among others. Their involvement could provide the necessary support for the project's feasibility and funding.
As the countdown to the 2030 World Cup begins, this underwater rail link stands as a testament to the power of human ingenuity and international cooperation. If successful, it could usher in a new era of connectivity and economic prosperity, establishing itself as a transformative engineering marvel for generations to come.