Marsa Maroc has finalized the entry of Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), the terminal arm of MSC Group, into the capital of West Med Container Terminal, concessionaire of the Eastern Container Terminal at Nador West Med. The transaction follows the receipt of all required approvals from the competent authorities and marks a new stage in the development of Morocco’s emerging Mediterranean hub.
New Shareholding Structure at West Med Container Terminal
Following the operation, the share capital and voting rights of West Med Container Terminal are now split between TiL, holding 50% minus one share, and Marsa Maroc, holding 50% plus one share. This balanced structure gives the Moroccan operator effective control of the concessionaire while embedding a major global shipping player in the governance of the terminal.
Eastern Container Terminal: Capacity and Technical Specs
The Eastern Container Terminal at Nador West Med will offer 1,520 meters of quay, an 18‑meter draft and 70 hectares of yard once fully developed. At full capacity, the facility is designed to handle around 3.4 million TEUs, positioning it among the largest container terminals on the southern shore of the Mediterranean. The commissioning of the first phase is currently scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.
Strategic Partnership Between Marsa Maroc and MSC Group
Marsa Maroc and TiL first signed their partnership agreement in February 2025, focused on the development and operation of the Eastern Container Terminal at Nador West Med. With TiL now in the capital of West Med Container Terminal, the project secures access to MSC’s vast global liner network and expertise in operating high‑productivity terminals. For Marsa Maroc, the deal supports its “Marsa 2030” strategy and consolidates its position as a reference port operator able to deliver large‑scale projects with leading international partners.
Nador West Med’s Role in Mediterranean Supply Chains
Located on Morocco’s Mediterranean coast and connected to major East–West shipping routes, Nador West Med is designed as a deep‑water port and industrial platform that complements Tanger Med. By adding a 3.4‑million‑TEU container terminal operated jointly by Marsa Maroc and TiL, Morocco aims to capture additional transshipment flows, decongest existing hubs and offer new routing options for African, European and Middle Eastern trade. For cargo owners and logistics providers, the project promises increased capacity, more competitive services and new opportunities for nearshoring and value‑added logistics in the region.
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