Aïn Atiq:Safran Electrical & Power has inaugurated an extension to its industrial site in Aïn Atiq, Temara, increasing the facility’s area by 5,700 square meters. This expansion is set to create 400 additional jobs and enhance the site’s production capacity.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the extension brings the total area of the site to 31,400 square meters. It will support the development of new aircraft programs and further the company’s industrial expertise. The facility specializes in manufacturing aircraft electrical wiring harnesses, serving major global aircraft manufacturers and highlighting Morocco’s significant role in international aerospace supply chains.

During the inauguration, Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour praised Safran’s continued investment in Morocco, citing the site’s development as a testament to the progress in the country’s industrial sector. Safran Electrical & Power Chairman and CEO Bruno Bellanger emphasized the expansion as a sign of the strong partnership with Morocco, where the company has operated for 20 years.

Bellanger also mentioned that Safran is investing in electric motors, landing brakes, and electromechanical activities at its Casablanca site. He highlighted the importance of electrical technologies in achieving carbon neutrality in aviation by 2050 through improved engine efficiency, sustainable aviation fuels, and hybrid-electric technologies.

Leïla El Ghrib, President of Safran Electrical & Power Morocco, underscored the importance of developing local skills in partnership with universities, training institutions, and schools to support the site’s growth. The Aïn Atiq facility currently employs 1,610 people, with 87% being women, and aims to reach nearly two million production hours by 2026.