Binter and Mauritania boost their cooperation in transport and aeronautical technical training

 

Binter and a delegation from Gobierno de Mauritania They explored new avenues of collaboration in Canary IslandsThe meeting aims to strengthen air connectivity, economic cooperation, and technical exchange in aeronautical maintenance and training between the two strategic territories.

 

Institutional and strategic cooperation

 

The delegation, headed by the Minister of Equipment and Transport, Ely El Veirik, was received at the facilities of Binter by a high-level representation from the company. The meeting was attended by Alfredo Morales, vice president of the airline; Ana Suárez, advisor of Binter and co-chair of Comité España-Mauritania; Ignacio MedinaCEO; and Santiago Guerra, general coordinator.

 

During the working sessions, the representatives discussed the strategic importance de Mauritania for the Canary Islands archipelago, focusing on strengthening trade and logistics cooperation. The delegation also included key authorities such as Sid Ahmed Baba, Consul General of Mauritania en Canary Islands; Ahmed Salem Ammi, CEO of Mauritania Airlines; and various technical and cooperation officers of the CAMES.

 

This meeting is part of the official agenda that the Consejo Empresarial Bilateral Hispano-Mauritano-CAMES has developed in Spain, including high-level meetings with the Ministry of Transport Spanish to boost connectivity and the regional economy.

 

Technical visit and specialized training

 

The itinerary allowed the delegation to learn firsthand about the operational infrastructure of the system BinterIn addition to the headquarters, they visited the facilities of Binter Technic, where the management is carried out industrial capacity and fleet maintenance. They also learned Aeronautical Training Canarias, the specialized center where critical training is provided for aircraft maintenance technicians, one of the most in-demand roles in today's global market.

 

The visit also had the institutional support of the delegate of Fucaex-Gobierno de Canarias en Mauritania, Ana Ortiz de Lanzagorta, Y de Jesús González, internationalization technician of the Cámara de Comercio de Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

 

Air connectivity and regional routes

 

At present, Binter It maintains a strong network of connections with the African continent, notably the route between the airport of Gran Canaria y Nouakchottwhich facilitates the flow of business and people between both points.

 

Destination from Gran Canaria	Weekly Frequency	Days of Operation
Nouakchott	4 flights	Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Dakar	2 flights
El Aaiún	2 flights
Dakhla	2 flights
Agadir	1 flight
guelmim	1 flight
Salt Island	1 flight

 

The offer towards West africa It is consolidating itself as a fundamental pillar for the Capabilities of Canary Islands companies and the development of the regional logistics hub.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Binter-Mauritania match

 

What is the main objective of the Mauritanian delegation's visit?

Explore new avenues of collaboration with Binter to strengthen cooperation in transport, air connectivity and bilateral economic development.

What technical facilities were visited by the authorities?

The delegation visited Binter Technicto learn about aircraft maintenance, and Aeronautical Training Canarias, a center specializing in aeronautical technical training.

What is the current connectivity like between Gran Canaria and Mauritania?

Binter It operates four direct weekly flights with Nouakchottoperating on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.