Casablanca Cruise Port has marked the start of the cruise season with the arrival of the Silver Muse of Silversea Cruises on January 6, welcoming its first cruise call under the management of Global Ports Holding (GPH).
Ouadii Bouchana, general manager of Casablanca Cruise Port, said: “This first call under Global Ports Holding management marks the start of a new operational phase for Casablanca Cruise Port.”
“Our priority is to deliver efficient, internationally aligned cruise operations while building a strong foundation for long-term growth,” added Bouchana.
The port said that for the 2026 cruise season, it is expecting to welcome over 100 cruise calls, with passenger volumes projected at approximately 135,000, reflecting increasing cruise line interest in Casablanca as a regional hub.
The port added that it benefits from its proximity to Mohammed V International Airport, which enables connectivity for turnaround operations, while a planned rail connection project is expected to enhance accessibility and port-city integration further.
The port said in a press release that it is supported by a newly constructed, state-of-the-art cruise terminal, developed through a €61.5 million investment, positioning Casablanca as the largest cruise port in Morocco.
The terminal is designed to accommodate cruise vessels of up to 350 meters in length, with an annual capacity of up to 450,000 passengers.
Infrastructure enhancements include:
- A 666-meter quay
- International-standard facilities, and
- A mobile telescopic gangway, enabling efficient turnaround and transit operations.
Casablanca Cruise Port is located on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, with direct access to Casablanca’s city center, and is positioned on West Africa, Atlantic and Mediterranean cruise routes, serving both transit and turnaround operations.
The port stated that it is guided by Morocco’s national tourism and infrastructure development objectives, and is positioned to support smoother ship turnaround, improved passenger flow and efficient border control procedures.
