Morocco: China’s Boway Alloy to invest $150m in new Nador plant
Chinese manufacturing company Boway Alloy plans to invest $150 million (1.5 billion Moroccan dirhams) to set up a new production base in Nador, Morocco, according to Moroccan media outlets on November 10th.
The move reflects a major change in Boway’s global strategy, following its decision to scrap a previous plan to set up a similar base in Vietnam.
Boway has its base in Zhejiang, China, and produces copper, brass, bronze, and high-performance alloys used in electronics, automotive, and industrial applications.
The new Nador plant will cover 188,000 square metres and produce around 30,000 tonnes of special alloy electronic material strips a year.
It will be operated by the company’s newly formed subsidiary, Boway Alloy New Material (Morocco) Co. Ltd.
Construction of the Nador plant is expected to begin in October 2026 and be completed by 2029.
With the Nador facility, the Chinese manufacturer aims to cater to European and North American clients, resulting in shorter delivery times and strengthening supply chain reliability.
Boway’s announcement highlights a growing trend of Chinese industrial investment in Morocco.
Several major Chinese firms have announced large-scale projects such as Shandong Yongsheng Rubber’s $675 million tyre factory, Gotion High-Tech’s $5.5 billion electric vehicle battery plant, and Bethel Automotive’s $75 million safety systems facility.
The increasing presence of Chinese companies in Morocco reinforces its positioning as a manufacturing and export hub linking Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, while expanding its base in global supply chains.
Recently, the UK government pushed investors to capitalise in Morocco’s critical minerals industry, while the EU signed a new trade deal with Morocco to boost exports.
Reportedly, Boway stated that Morocco offers significant geographical and policy advantages, positioning it as an ideal location for the company’s overseas manufacturing base.
The company intends to invest the capital towards land acquisition, fixed assets and infrastructure development.
The plan still requires permits from both Chinese ministries and local Moroccan authorities.
Moroccan media, Maghrebi.org
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