Renault Group Morocco Establishes New Engineering Center in Tangier

Renault Group Morocco has launched Renault Technology Morocco (RTMA), appointing Francisco José Martín Hernández as its Director General. The center will operate in Tetouan and Tangier, enhancing engineering and manufacturing collaboration. In 2024, Renault Group Morocco reached record production levels, exported extensively, and maintained strong market shares, underscoring its economic significance in Morocco.

Renault Group Morocco has announced the establishment of Renault Technology Morocco (RTMA), a new engineering center, with Francisco José Martín Hernández appointed as the Director General effective March 1. This new center will operate from two sites: a headquarters focused on technological activities in Tetouan offshore and a center at the Renault Group plant in Tangier dedicated to industrial operations, enhancing collaboration between engineering and manufacturing sectors.

Under this new structure, Hernández will report to Cedric Combemorel, Deputy CTO – VP Global Engineering & Tech, while functionally answering to Mohamed Bachiri, Director General of Renault Group Morocco. The press release highlighted Hernández’s extensive technical expertise and his progressive responsibilities across several countries including Spain, Romania, and France, indicating a strong rationale behind his appointment.

Hernández brings considerable experience to his new role, being an industrial engineer from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and École Centrale de Lyon. He has been a part of the Renault team since 2002, serving in various pivotal roles within quality engineering and project management, including his recent position as Head of Vehicle Engineering Department at Renault Technology Spain.

The launch of RTMA coincides with Renault Group Morocco’s record performance, marking significant production achievements of 413,614 vehicles in 2024, an increase of 8% from the previous year. The Tangier plant alone produced 312,381 units, which is a 9% rise, while the Casablanca SOMACA facility exceeded 100,000 units for the first time, reflecting a 7% increase in 2024.

Furthermore, Renault Group Morocco’s export performance has been robust, with approximately 370,165 vehicles exported to 68 markets in 2024. The Tangier facility was particularly notable, exporting 298,045 units, which constituted 95% of its total production, alongside Casablanca’s 72,120 exports, which accounted for 71% of its output. In the domestic market, Renault maintained a strong sales position with a 16.1% market share, while Dacia led with 25%, showcasing strong demand in Morocco.

The company reported a turnover of MAD 63 billion ($6.3 billion), affirming its status as Morocco’s largest private enterprise. Its automotive ecosystem now constitutes 38% of the overall sector turnover and employs over 10,000 individuals, highlighting its economic significance in the region.

The establishment of Renault Technology Morocco marks a strategic move for Renault Group Morocco, aimed at strengthening its engineering and manufacturing capabilities. With Francisco José Martín Hernández at the helm, the new engineering center is expected to facilitate enhanced collaboration and support the company’s impressive growth in production and exports. The organization’s robust performance in the domestic market further underscores its leading position in the automotive sector, emphasizing its contributions to the Moroccan economy.

Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com