Ivace+i Internacional y AVIA They led the mission of eleven Valencian companies to XI Spanish-Moroccan Meeting of the Automotive Industry en Tánger (April 22 and 23). The objective was to strengthen synergies and capitalize on the growth of Marruecos as the leading vehicle producer in África.
Consolidation of Valencian industry in the Maghreb market
The CEO of Entrepreneurship and Internationalization, Mónica Payá, has highlighted that this sectoral action gives continuity to the presence of the Comunitat Valenciana at this business forum. According to PayáThe event "has established itself as a unique platform to develop your network, identify new opportunities and accelerate your projects in the Spanish-Moroccan market."
The close collaboration between the Consellthrough Ivace+i Internacionaland the cluster AVIA, responds to the strategic importance of Marruecos for the interests of the components and auxiliary services sector. In this edition, Valencian companies shared space with delegations from other regions such as La Rioja, Navarra, Aragón, Cantabria, Cataluña y Galicia.
Technical agenda and industrial visits
To maximize the mission's impact, AVIA The other regional clusters also prepared a networking agenda prior to the official forum. This included technical visits to globally recognized production plants, allowing Valencian businesspeople to gain firsthand knowledge of the processes and needs of the major manufacturers located in the region.
- Visits to the production plants of Stellantis.
- Prospecting at the facilities of Frovia y Adient.
- Encounters at the factory of Renault.
- Sessions of networking and B2B meetings with Moroccan counterparts.
| Concept | Details of the 11th Spanish-Moroccan Meeting |
|---|---|
| Dates | 22 y 23 de abril |
| Location | Tánger, Marruecos |
| Valencian companies | 11 participating companies |
| Tagline | "Resilience, Innovation and Partnerships" |
| Morocco's position | 5th largest exporter of passenger cars to the Unión Europea |
Morocco: Strategic Hub for the Automotive Industry
At present, Marruecos is positioned as the leading vehicle producer on the African continentThis international relevance represents a window of opportunity for companies in the Comunitat Valencianaespecially those focused on technology, components and industrial logistics.
"It is important to know in detail the activity that is being generated in Marruecos and especially in the area of Tánger "to understand the needs of this industry," he emphasized. Mónica PayáThe meeting has had the institutional support of the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in Morocco, Industry and commerce ministry Moroccan and the AMDIE (Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development).
Innovation and sustainable mobility
During the sessions, critical aspects such as the transition to the electric mobility, the reconfiguration of the Value chains and industrial competitiveness. The plenary sessions addressed issues of sustainability, regulatory framework and human capital, where Valencian companies had an active participation in the expert panels.
The forum, organized by the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Morocco – Tangier, Nador, KenitraIt also facilitated specific presentations from the plant managers of Renault en Tánger y Somaca, strengthening the ecosystem of bilateral cooperation between both countries.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Automotive Meeting
How important is Morocco to the Valencian automotive sector?
Morocco is Africa's leading vehicle producer and the fifth largest exporter to the UE, which offers critical opportunities for component and technology companies in the Comunitat Valenciana.
Who led the organization of this trade mission?
Participation has been coordinated by Ivace+i Internacional In collaboration with AVIA (Automotive Cluster of the Valencian Community).
What were the main activities carried out by the companies in Tangier?
The companies visited production plants such as Stellantis y RenaultThey participated in plenary sessions on sustainability and held B2B meetings with Moroccan companies.
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