African countries are the scene of major port changes: emergence of new ports, expansion of existing ones, resurgence of public-private partnership, gigantism of ships, containerized flows, maritime connectivity, new technologies…
Tangier, which is consolidating its position as one of the most important port cities worldwide with the recent inauguration of the Tanger Med 2 port, is a telling example.
Maritime pilotage, a « pivotal » activity in the performance of any port and a key indicator of its attractiveness, have to accompany these developments in the maritime and port sectors worldwide.

– Mohamed RAFOUK –
Organizing Committee President