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ONCF Announces 400 Million Dirham Tender to Build Nine New Suburban Stations in Casablanca
The National Office of Railways (ONCF) has opened a tender valued at nearly 400 million Moroccan dirhams to construct nine new railway stations across the Casablanca metropolitan area. The contract is part of the Regional Express Network (RER) initiative, which seeks to broaden the suburban rail system and improve commuter connectivity. The stations – ranging from Mohammédia Facultés to Nouaceur Ville Nouvelle – will strengthen the local rail mesh, support the upcoming RER line, and stimulate economic activity in the surrounding districts.
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Overview
The National Office of Railways (ONCF) has issued a tender worth close to 400 million Moroccan dirhams (MDH) for the design and construction of nine new railway stations across the Casablanca metropolitan area.
Strategic context
This contract forms part of the ambitious Regional Express Network (RER) project, which aims to expand the suburban rail network and improve connectivity for commuters within the city and its suburbs.
Stations to be built
- Mohammédia Facultés
- Zenata Industrial Zone
- Sidi Bernoussi
- Aïn Sebaâ
- Hay Mohammadi
- Mers Sultan
- L’Oasis
- Sidi Maârouf
- Nouaceur Ville Nouvelle
Expected impact
By adding these nine stations, ONCF will strengthen the local rail mesh, support the upcoming RER line, and stimulate economic activity in the covered districts ranging from Mohammédia to Nouaceur.