The Port of Huelva is on the verge of a significant expansion in its trade connections with Morocco. Starting this Sunday, a new maritime route will link the Andalusian port with Tanger Med, dedicated exclusively to roll-on/roll-off freight transport.
Launched by Suardiaz Group in collaboration with logistics operator GTO (Grupo Transonuba), this service will offer six weekly crossings between Spain and Morocco—an unprecedented frequency that marks a milestone in maritime links across the Strait of Gibraltar.
This is the first high-frequency regular shipping route connecting a port on the Atlantic side of the strait directly to Morocco. Its greatest advantage? A swift six-hour transit time, ensuring faster and more efficient transportation of dry goods, refrigerated products, and hazardous materials (IMO-class cargo).
Alberto Santana, president of the Port of Huelva, sees this new route as a key step in strengthening connectivity with North Africa. He also highlights recent investments, including the construction of a dual loading ramp designed to streamline operations and attract more shipping companies.
The timing couldn’t be better. According to Esteban Sánchez, president of GTO, commercial trade between Europe and Morocco is experiencing rapid growth and is expected to double within the next five years. This new corridor provides businesses with a reliable and efficient alternative for optimizing supply chains.
Marcos Duato, director of Suardiaz Shipping Lines, emphasizes the importance of this partnership with GTO, aiming to deliver a competitive and flexible maritime solution that meets the increasing demands of the market.
With this initiative, Huelva is positioning itself as a key logistics hub for Euro-Moroccan trade, reinforcing economic ties between the two regions and enhancing cross-continental connectivity.
