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Morocco, with its ambitious strategy in terms of renewable energies, is committed to reaching a new milestone: that of the manufacturing of electric batteries. The objective is clear: to become one of the world leaders in this strategic industry by 2030. This project is part of a dynamic of energy and economic transition which could propel the Kingdom to the heart of the electric mobility revolution.
According to a report from the Belgian magazine Global Fleet, Morocco aims to become the world’s leading exporter of electric batteries, mainly targeting Europe and America. This strategy is based on undeniable geographic and economic advantages. Proximity to Europe, the main market for electric vehicles, and the wealth of Moroccan natural resources, such as phosphate, crucial for the manufacture of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, are major advantages.
In addition to its strategic position, Morocco benefits from its experience in the automotive sector. Since 2018, it has become the undisputed leader of the automotive industry in Africa, attracting giants like Renault and Stellantis. This expertise could be easily transposed to battery production. The example of the “Gotion Power” project, led by the Chinese company Gotion High-Tech, illustrates this dynamic with an investment of $6.3 billion for a factory in Kenitra, aiming for production of 100 gigawatt hours per year.
Morocco is also banking on a green energy transition with investments in solar and wind farms, to fuel battery production in a sustainable manner. The government has already launched initiatives to strengthen research and technological innovation, particularly in LFP batteries, recognized for their robustness and longevity.
