Tanger Med has once again cemented its position as a global powerhouse in maritime trade. In the latest rankings released by Alphaliner, the renowned shipping analytics firm, the Moroccan port climbed two spots to claim the 17th position among the world’s 500 largest container ports. This rise places it firmly within the upper echelon of international logistics hubs and underscores its strategic importance on the global stage.
Such a leap in an intensely competitive field is no fluke. It’s the result of consistent growth, calculated investments, and a relentless focus on operational efficiency. With 10.24 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) handled in 2024, Tanger Med has posted a record-breaking year, solidifying its role as a key player on the Atlantic-Mediterranean corridor.
Among the world’s top 30 ports, Tanger Med recorded the second-highest annual growth in container traffic, up 18.8%—a surge surpassed only by the U.S. ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, which each posted a 19.8% increase. This impressive performance speaks volumes about the port’s growing appeal and its resilience in a global context still reeling from pandemic-related supply chain disruptions and geopolitical uncertainty.
Tanger Med’s latest milestone also makes it the first—and so far, only—port from both Africa and the Mediterranean region to break into the global top 30. For Morocco, this isn’t just a statistic; it’s a strategic triumph, signaling the country’s emergence as a critical logistics bridge linking Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
This rapid ascent hasn’t happened by chance. It’s the result of a sustained effort across the entire port ecosystem. Key to its success is the continued trust of global shipping operators, who view Tanger Med as a reliable and high-performing partner. Equally crucial is the extraordinary productivity of the port’s workforce, which has hit record levels in recent years.
On the ground, tangible improvements have helped streamline operations: state-of-the-art equipment has been rolled out, infrastructure has been expanded and modernized, and meticulous scheduling has drastically reduced vessel wait times. Every element has been calibrated for speed and efficiency.
But perhaps what sets Tanger Med apart most is its long-term vision. Every investment is part of a broader strategy to boost connectivity, flexibility, and sustainability. In today’s world of fast-moving and increasingly fragile logistics, Morocco’s port model is proving to be remarkably well-calibrated for success.
