Located in a prime location, the Morocco pavilion was inaugurated by the Spanish Minister of Housing and Urban Agenda, Isabel Rodríguez, the Secretary General of the Ministry of National Territorial Planning, Urban Planning, Housing and City Policy, Youssef Hosni, the chairman of the board of directors of the Al Omrane group, Housni El Ghazaoui, and the delegate of the Spanish government in Catalonia, Carlos Prieto, in the presence of the Consul General of Morocco in Barcelona, Charif Cherkaoui, and several personalities.
Morocco’s participation in Construmat is reflected in particular by an “exceptional” presence of exhibiting companies and by a program of professional activities aimed at promoting business between Morocco and Spain. A conference from the National Society for the Production and Management of Sports Equipment (Sonarges) on the Kingdom’s preparations for the organization of the 2030 Football World Cup, with Spain and Portugal, is on the menu for this event.
For the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE), the show will be an opportunity to highlight political and economic stability, infrastructure, ecosystems and the openness of Morocco, through its multiple trade agreements. free trade, and the availability of qualified human resources and green energy.
Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Youssef Hosni underlined that the presence of Morocco at this 2024 edition, as guest of honor, testifies to the close and privileged collaboration between the two kingdoms, which maintain exchanges and historical links, share a very rich cultural heritage and constitute strategic hubs at the gateway to Europe and Africa.
”Construmat constitutes a valuable opportunity to strengthen the framework of this partnership, as well as to exchange on the different experiences and good practices in the different fields of construction and which are highlighted in this major professional event”, a- he said.
“Guided by the desire to create a more prosperous and harmonious model of territorial development, we seize this momentum to highlight the remarkable achievements of the Kingdom of Morocco over the last two decades,” he said, noting that Morocco has initiated, under the enlightened leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, a profound and global transformation, shaping a trajectory of development and innovation, to strengthen its position on the regional stage.
He added that construction represents one of the most dynamic sectors in Morocco and which is an engine of growth and economic and social development, with significant job creation capacities.
Investments in the construction sector are significant, particularly at the dawn of preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup and the 2030 Football World Cup with Spain and Portugal, underlined the Moroccan official, for whom these events involve a significant modernization of infrastructure, an enhancement of the tourist assets of its cities and a commitment to sustainability and resilience.
Moroccan participation also falls within the context of this joint organization of the 2030 World Cup, which will result in a significant investment dedicated to the construction and upgrading of stadiums, as well as significant investments intended to strengthen transport, hotel and telecommunications infrastructure, according to the organizers.
“We chose Morocco as guest of honor due to the intense relationships between our markets in the construction sector. At Construmat, Moroccan participants will be able to learn about the latest trends, establish contacts with companies and professionals of the sector of the two countries and explore business opportunities”, declared the president of the Salon, Xavier Vilajoana.
With the aim of contributing to the opening of new markets and international business opportunities for Exhibition participants, Construmat also welcomes companies and professionals from France, Portugal, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
For its 23rd edition, this event shines the spotlight on sustainability, setting up a large exhibition area of 10,000 m², and a congress with themes that promote sustainability from three areas: Industrialized construction systems, decarbonization and the circular economy, and digital technologies.
A true crossroads of innovation in the field, this Show brings together key players in the international construction industry to discover the latest market trends, boost exports and establish strategic partnerships.