Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has also signed an agreement with Royal Air Maroc to lease 13 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, which will also assist the airline in its fleet expansion plan. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2027.
The new agreement is a continuation of a previous deal between the two organizations, in which DAE was leasing two Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, which were delivered in 2025.
In response to the agreement, Firoz Tarapore, chief executive officer of DAE, said, “We would like to thank the team at Royal Air Maroc for choosing DAE to partner on this significant fleet expansion project. The Kingdom of Morocco is a fast-growing tourist and business hub in Africa, with expanding air connectivity led by Royal Air Maroc. We look forward to seeing these new Boeing 737-8 aircraft enter the fleet, and to continuing to support Royal Air Maroc on their future fleet requirements.”
Abdelhamid Addou, chairman and chief executive officer of Royal Air Maroc, added, “This agreement is fully aligned with Royal Air Maroc’s strategic ambition to become a leading global connector. The Boeing 737-8 Aircraft will strengthen our network development capabilities, enabling new route openings and increased frequencies with greater operational efficiency. It also enhances our flexibility to serve growing demand while delivering reliable connectivity between Africa, Europe, and beyond.”
Currently, DAE owns, manages, or is committed to owning or managing approximately 750 aircraft, including 237 Boeing aircraft. The company is still diversifying its portfolio to satisfy the increase in global demand for fuel-efficient modern aircraft.
Commenting on the agreement, Firoz Tarapore, CEO of DAE, welcomed the agreement, thanking Royal Air Maroc for selecting DAE as a strategic partner in its fleet development plans.
He highlighted Morocco’s growing role as a tourism and economic hub in Africa, stating that “Morocco is a fast-growing tourist and business hub in Africa, with expanding air connectivity led by Royal Air Maroc.”
This long-term collaboration signifies the mutual commitment between Royal Air Maroc and DAE to boost air transport infrastructure in Morocco and across Africa, creating new business opportunities, enhanced connectivity, and the continued development of the national carrier as a hub for regional and international air travel.
