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Safran Launches Landing Gear Factory in Morocco

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 13, 2026 · Last updated Feb 19, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
7
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The launch of Safran's new landing gear factory in Morocco is expected to significantly boost Morocco's aerospace industry, attracting further foreign investment and enhancing its position in global value chains. This development is positive for Safran's production capabilities and the broader aerospace market, particularly for the Airbus A320 family.

Aerospace Manufacturing
Event Summary

King Muhammad VI presided over the launch ceremony of a new Safran===Safran Landing Systems factory in Nouaceur, Morocco. This project, a major investment by Safran exceeding 3 billion dirhams (280 million euros), aims to establish one of the world's largest landing gear production centers. The factory will feature an integrated industrial chain including precision manufacturing, high-tech assembly, testing, certification, and advanced maintenance services. This initiative reinforces Morocco's position in the global aerospace industry, transitioning it into an integrated technological development and production hub. The plant is expected to create 500 jobs and will be powered entirely by carbon-free energy, with operations commencing in 2029 to support the ramp-up of the Airbus A320 family production.

Key Actions
100 Safran launched new landing gear factory project Morocco
90 Muhammad VI presided over launch ceremony Safran
85 Morocco consolidated position as aerospace hub
70 Safran===Safran Landing Systems to produce first parts in 2029
Entities Involved
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Safran
Safran is investing over 3 billion dirhams (280 million euros) in a new landing gear production plant in Morocco, which will be one of the largest globally. This expansion supports the ramp-up of the Airbus A320 family production and strengthens Safran's industrial presence.
Importance 100 Sentiment 75
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Morocco
Morocco is establishing itself as a major player in the aerospace industry with the launch of a new Safran===Safran Landing Systems factory. This project signifies Morocco's transition from an industrial assembly site to an integrated technological development and production hub, creating 500 jobs and boosting its industrial integration into global value chains.
Importance 95 Sentiment 70
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Muhammad VI
Muhammad VI presided over the launch ceremony of a new Safran===Safran Landing Systems factory in Morocco, reinforcing the nation's position in the global aerospace industry. This initiative aligns with Morocco's economic transformation goals.
Importance 90 Sentiment 70
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Safran===Safran Landing Systems
Safran===Safran Landing Systems is establishing one of the largest landing gear production centers in the world in Morocco, which will include precision manufacturing, high-tech assembly, testing, certification, and advanced maintenance services.
Importance 80 Sentiment 70
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Ryad Mezzour
Ryad Mezzour, Minister of Industry and Trade, confirmed Morocco's success in consolidating its position as an aviation industry platform and highlighted the significance of the partnership with Safran for technology transfer and local competency development.
Importance 70 Sentiment 60
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Ross McInnes
Ross McInnes, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Safran, emphasized Safran's commitment to investing in Morocco due to its modern infrastructure, stable macroeconomic environment, and recognized talent.
Importance 70 Sentiment 60
Relationships
Safran related ↔ Morocco
Safran===Safran Landing Systems related ↔ Safran
Ryad Mezzour related ↔ Morocco
Ross McInnes related ↔ Safran
Muhammad VI related ↔ Safran
Muhammad VI related ↔ Morocco
Muhammad VI related ↔ Ryad Mezzour
Muhammad VI related ↔ Ross McInnes
Muhammad VI related ↔ Safran===Safran Landing Systems
Ryad Mezzour related ↔ Safran
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