Marsa Maroc Signs Deal to Operate Liberia’s Port of Monrovia from 2026, Expands African Footprint
Marsa Maroc has signed an agreement with the National Port Authority of Liberia to manage the Port of Monrovia starting in the first half of 2026.
The agreement marks a significant step in the Casablanca-listed operator’s African expansion strategy, as it deepens its presence across West and East Africa.
Infrastructure Upgrade and Terminal Development
Under the deal, Marsa Maroc’s subsidiary, Marsa Maroc International Logistics (MMIL), will oversee the rehabilitation of port infrastructure, deploy modern cargo-handling equipment and manage bulk cargo operations at two key jetties within the port.
In a planned second phase, the company intends to pursue a concession agreement to develop and operate a new multipurpose terminal at the Port of Monrovia.
The facility is expected to handle the majority of Liberia’s trade volumes, increasing cargo capacity and improving operational efficiency at the country’s main maritime gateway.
The project is positioned to enhance Liberia’s logistics infrastructure while reinforcing Marsa Maroc’s role in regional maritime trade corridors.
Expanding Continental Footprint
Liberia will become the third African country outside Morocco where Marsa Maroc operates, underscoring its growing continental footprint.
The company currently manages 34 terminals across 20 ports and handles more than 60 million metric tonnes of cargo annually.
The Liberia agreement aligns with a broader wave of Moroccan corporate expansion across Africa, led by institutions such as OCP Group and mining company Managem.
In 2024, Marsa Maroc announced further regional ambitions, including managing two terminals at the Port of Cotonou in Benin and developing an oil and gas terminal in Djibouti.
The company also expanded into Europe in December with the acquisition of a 45% stake in Boluda Maritime Terminals, a unit of Boluda Corporación Marítima, for €80 million ($94 million).
The move reflects Marsa Maroc’s ambition to evolve into a globally competitive port and logistics operator, leveraging strategic investments across Africa and beyond.
