The airline's cargo unit will operate one weekly flight using a Boeing 767 cargo aircraft, offering a payload capacity of up to 45 tons.
The addition of Dakar, the capital of Senegal, to the cargo network is expected to enhance connectivity between North Africa and West Africa. This network already includes Brussels, Belgium, with three weekly flights; Istanbul, Turkey, with two flights; Bamako, Mali, with two flights; and Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, with two flights.
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Weekly Boeing 767 cargo service, connecting Casablanca with Dakar, targets Senegal's growing economy. *Tratong*
"This new cargo route marks a significant milestone in our long-term vision to strengthen the African logistics ecosystem and bring markets closer together", stated Rita Chraibi, vice president of cargo at Royal Air Maroc.
According to Chraibi, Senegal boasts one of West Africa's most dynamic economies. The dedicated Casablanca-Dakar cargo service addresses customer demands for reliability, transport capacity, and speed, while advancing the goal of establishing sustainable and efficient "air bridges" across the continent.
Royal Air Maroc Cargo currently operates scheduled cargo routes to over 80 global destinations, including those serviced by dedicated cargo aircraft. This extensive network is also expanded through interline agreements with other airlines and partnerships with road transport providers.
Last March, Royal Air Maroc reinstated passenger flights from Casablanca (CMN), Morocco, to Beijing (PKX), China, a move expected to further boost cargo exports from Africa.
Royal Air Maroc Cargo's Casablanca hub is equipped to handle approximately 200,000 tons of cargo annually. It features specialized facilities for perishables, pharmaceuticals, and high-value goods.
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is headquartered in Casablanca. Its Royal Air Maroc Cargo division provides international freight services, connecting Africa with Europe, Asia, and the Americas through its comprehensive flight network.
Hai My (According to AirCargo News)
