HIBAPRESS – Mohamed El Harouali
The Wali of the Marrakech-Safi region, the governor of the Marrakech prefecture, Khatib Lahbil, and the General Manager of the National Railways Office, Rabie El Khlie, held a coordination meeting on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the prefecture headquarters. The meeting came to follow up on the project to establish the high-speed train line linking Kenitra and Marrakech. This was in the presence of the Deputy General Manager of ONCF and a number of its frameworks, as well as representatives of the Marrakech community and officials of the concerned decentralized services.
The meeting was an opportunity to present a detailed presentation by the National Railways Office on the various components of the project. The presentation included the general vision of the line's path, the financial structure, and the timeline for completion. It also addressed the technical and logistical aspects related to communications, labor, and the management of workshops, in addition to establishing and preparing new stations along the route within the region's territory.
Rabie El Khlie confirmed that the construction of the LGV line between Kenitra and Marrakech will be carried out according to the highest quality standards. He stressed the strategic importance of the project at both the regional and national levels. He also praised the efforts made by the local authorities and the existing coordination between the various stakeholders, considering that this structural workshop falls within the framework of implementing the high royal directives and the vision of King Mohammed VI regarding the development of infrastructure and strengthening the connection between the regions.
For his part, Khatib Lahbil called for ensuring the normal flow of traffic throughout the period of construction work. He stressed the need to take all measures to preserve the fluidity of the roads and ensure the conditions of mobility for citizens and professionals. He also emphasized the importance of harmony between the components of the project and the urban design of the city of Marrakech, taking into account its aesthetic image and its position as a global tourist destination.
In the same context, the Wali of the region insisted on strict adherence to safety and prevention standards during all stages of project implementation. He considered that protecting the work teams, users, and the surroundings of the workshops is a fundamental pillar for the success of this major workshop.
The meeting concluded with a call to strengthen continuous coordination between the National Railways Office and the various intervening services. This is to ensure accurate monitoring of the stages of completion and respect for the deadlines, considering the strategic value of this high-speed line in supporting the economic and developmental dynamics that the Marrakech-Safi region is experiencing and strengthening the connection between the north and the south.
