Morocco’s flagship Al Wahda power plant has entered a key phase of development. According to project officials, construction has now fully shifted into major civil works.
The project, which is set to become the country’s largest gas-turbine power station, recently achieved a key milestone following the successful completion of the concrete foundation for its first turbine unit. The pour represents the transition from preliminary site preparation to full-scale structural construction.
The plant is taking shape in the Tangier–Al Hoceima region, where teams are now working on foundational structures, heavy slabs, and core infrastructure that will anchor the two high-capacity gas units planned for the site.
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Stabilizing the national grid
Al Wahda will feature two 495MW turbines based on advanced H-class technology, marking a notable technological step for Morocco’s thermal power portfolio. The development is also significant from an international engineering perspective, as it is the first turnkey gas-turbine project in North Africa to be led by a Chinese contractor.
When complete, the power plant is expected to play an essential role in balancing Morocco’s electricity system. Officials say Al Wahda will help stabilize the national grid, boost generation capacity during peak demand, and support the country’s diversification of energy sources. Its contribution will be particularly important as Morocco integrates more wind, solar, and hydroelectric power into its network under its long-term energy strategy.
Mitsubishi Power, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has been tasked with supplying and installing two M701JAC gas turbines in collaboration with the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE). The company’s involvement is expected to enhance the plant’s efficiency and reliability once operational.
Although authorities have not released a detailed construction timeline, teams on the ground report that work is progressing steadily, with specialized crews now focused on the next stages of civil engineering and structural assembly. The Al Wahda project is ultimately designed to reinforce national energy security and complement Morocco’s rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity as part of its 2030 vision.
