Royal Air Maroc has signed an agreement with Dublin-based Avolon to lease six Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, marking the first time the companies have collaborated.
On October 14, 2025, Avolon announced that the first two Boeing 737-8s had already joined the Royal Air Maroc fleet with the remaining four set to follow through 2025 and 2026.
Abdelhamid Addou, Chairman and CEO, Royal Air Maroc, said that the new aircraft would enable the airline to strengthen its competitiveness, expand its network, and “provide a travel experience that meets the highest international standards”.
“This agreement with Avolon represents a significant milestone in the execution of our 10-year ‘Growth Program’. The arrival of these 6 Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft not only increases our operational capacity but also accelerates our transformation from a regional carrier into a global connector linking Africa with the rest of the world,” explained Addou.
He added: “They are an essential component in our ambition to serve 32 million passengers annually by 2037 and to position Royal Air Maroc among the leading global airlines.”
Royal Air Maroc has a fleet of 59 aircraft, and flies to 98 domestic and international destinations.
Paul Geaney, President and CCO of Avolon said he is “excited” to welcome Air Maroc as a new customer and “support their ambitious growth plans”.
“Africa is expected to be one of the fastest growing regions for aviation over the next twenty years, with the network expansion enhancing business growth and social development. As one of the leading carriers in the North Africa, Royal Air Maroc will play an important role in driving this growth, and we look forward to working together on future opportunities,” added Geaney.
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