Morocco Awards $320 Million Contract for Landmark 2030 World Cup Stadium

Morocco has taken a major step forward in its preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup™. It has awarded a $320 million construction contract to a domestic consortium. This is for the second phase of the Sidi Slimane Grand Stadium. The stadium is a centrepiece of the country’s bold infrastructure strategy.

The winning bid was submitted by Casablanca-based construction leaders TGCC and SGTM. They were the only consortium to meet both the technical and financial requirements, according to Morocco’s official public procurement platform.

The future stadium is located on a 100-hectare site near Benslimane. It is just north of Casablanca. It is set to seat 115,000 spectators. This will make it the largest football venue in Africa upon completion.

More than just a stadium, the project will serve as the heart of a sprawling sports city. It features a 25,000-seat athletics stadium and an Olympic-sized indoor swimming pool. There are multipurpose arenas, luxury hotels, and a state-of-the-art conference centre.

The Benslimane complex is designed to rival premier European and American venues. It is envisioned as Morocco’s architectural and sporting statement to the world. This project is a showcase of ambition and capability.

Transport infrastructure is integral to the plan. The site will be directly linked to key highways serving Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakech, with proximity to Mohammed VInternational Airport. Future integration with Al Boraq, Morocco’s high-speed rail network, is also being developed. A massive parking facility for over 10,000 vehicles will ensure ease of access for fans and visitors.

Construction is scheduled for completion in December 2027. This leaves ample time for testing and fine-tuning. These preparations are ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Morocco will co-host the event alongside Spain and Portugal.

The Sidi Slimane stadium is expected to be one of the tournament’s flagship venues. It will complement upgrades in Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, Marrakech, Fes, and Agadir.

The project also underlines the government’s confidence in local expertise. TGCC and SGTM have extensive experience in executing large-scale infrastructure developments. They are now tasked with delivering a stadium that will stand among the world’s elite football arenas.