Casablanca – Pratt & Whitney Canada has opened a new manufacturing facility in Nouaceur’s Midparc industrial zone, expanding its footprint in Morocco as the country continues to attract major aerospace investment.
Spanning 130,000 square feet, the site will produce detailed static and structural machined parts for the company’s aircraft engines, including the widely used PT6 family. It is expected to create around 200 jobs by 2030.
The move adds production capacity at a time when demand for aircraft engines is rising, and companies are looking to strengthen supply chains. Pratt & Whitney Canada, part of RTX, said the facility will act as an extension of its global manufacturing network.
“This site is a strategic extension of our global production network,” said Maria Della Posta, president of the company, pointing to efforts to build more resilient supply chains and support growing customer demand.
Construction began in 2024 and moved quickly. In less than two years, the site went from groundwork to operational readiness, including hiring and training local workers and installing advanced machining equipment. The facility follows lean manufacturing principles and uses digital systems aimed at improving efficiency and maintaining quality standards.
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The expansion builds on RTX’s existing presence in Morocco. Collins Aerospace, another RTX business, has been operating in the country since 2012, producing cockpit systems and flight controls. Between the two operations, RTX now employs about 250 people locally.
The investment comes as Morocco accelerates growth in its aerospace industry, which has expanded at an estimated 15% to 20% annually over the past decade, according to Atalayar. The sector now counts more than 140 companies, employs over 20,000 people, and generates upwards of $2.5 billion in yearly exports, making it one of the country’s most dynamic industrial segments.
Industrial platforms such as Midparc Casablanca have anchored that expansion, attracting global manufacturers and suppliers. Partnerships with groups like Boeing and Safran have helped structure a local ecosystem, while production has moved beyond basic assembly into engine components, wiring systems, and other high-precision parts integrated into global supply chains.
At the same time, Morocco has invested in workforce development and industry visibility. Training centers such as Institut des Métiers de l’Aéronautique continue to supply skilled technicians, while events like the Marrakech Air Show have reinforced the country’s position as an emerging aerospace hub.
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