Morocco targets smarter trade through logistics and digital integration

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By: Dakir Madiha

Morocco targets smarter trade through logistics and digital integration

Morocco is intensifying efforts to modernize its foreign trade sector by strengthening logistics infrastructure, improving transport coordination and accelerating digital transformation across commercial operations.

Speaking in Casablanca during the closing session of the 10th edition of the Digital Meetings by PortNet, Secretary of State for Foreign Trade Omar Hejira said transport and logistics had become central pillars of Morocco’s international trade competitiveness. He stressed that efficient logistics systems now play a decisive role in determining export performance, investment attractiveness and the country’s position within global supply chains.

Hejira noted that Morocco has invested heavily in strategic infrastructure under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, particularly through major port projects led by Tanger Med. He said these investments must now be matched by a more structured and digitally connected foreign trade ecosystem capable of meeting international standards in speed, reliability and operational efficiency.

The discussions focused on persistent coordination gaps between trade operators and logistics stakeholders. According to officials, weak integration between transport services, customs procedures and export management systems continues to create delays and increase costs for Moroccan exporters competing in global markets. Improving coordination between these sectors is viewed as essential for reducing friction across supply chains and positioning Morocco as a stronger regional commercial hub.

The event was organized alongside the 13th edition of the Logismed exhibition under the theme “Connecting territories to global trade: the single window as a catalyst for a smart foreign trade ecosystem.” The meetings gathered institutional officials, logistics professionals and digital transformation experts from Morocco and abroad to discuss interoperability, digitalization and administrative simplification.

Participants emphasized the growing importance of digital trade systems capable of reducing paperwork, shortening customs clearance times and lowering operational costs. Morocco’s single window platform has emerged as a key tool in this transition by centralizing administrative procedures linked to imports, exports and logistics operations.

Officials also highlighted the strategic importance of integrating digital technology into transport and supply chain management as global trade becomes increasingly data driven. Faster information exchange, automated processes and interoperable systems are now considered essential components of international trade competitiveness.

Morocco has expanded its ambitions to become a regional logistics and industrial platform connecting Africa, Europe and international markets. Authorities view digital modernization and advanced logistics coordination as critical elements for sustaining export growth and attracting foreign investment in manufacturing, trade and distribution sectors.