The Gotion High-Tech Gigafactory in Morocco is a landmark project that will establish Africa’s first electric vehicle (EV) battery production facility, positioning Morocco as a key player in the global clean energy supply chain. Located in the industrial hub of Kenitra, the project is backed by a substantial total investment that could reach up to $6.5 billion across multiple phases.
The initial phase is slated to have a production capacity of 20 Gigawatt-hours (GWh), which is expected to ramp up to a massive 100 GWh over time. Crucially, the facility, which aims to begin production in the third quarter of 2026, will achieve vertical integration by manufacturing not just battery packs, but also critical components like cathodes and anodes, with the majority of its output earmarked for export to the European automotive market. The gigafactory solidifies Morocco’s strategy to electrify its robust automotive sector and is powered by a dedicated renewable energy source, further aligning it with global sustainability goals. Ot will also join facilities such as the Tan-Tan polysilicon plant in making the country a major industrial hub in Africa.
Updated September 25, 2025- Morocco’s Gotion Gigafactory Construction Project is backed by an investment of US $6.5 billion. The battery gigafactory project will transform the North African kingdom into a major supplier of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy storage. This facility will cement Morocco’s role as a bridge between Africa, Europe, and Asia in the fast-growing green economy.
Asian companies are currently trying to tap into African market through Morocco. Recently joining the list of companies is Tata. Tata has set up the Tata Advanced Systems Maroc Facility in Morocco that will produce armored vehicles. With these projects, Morocco will emerge as a leading industrial hub in Africa in years to come.
May 22, 2025
Gotion Power Morocco which is a subsidiary of Sino-Europe electric vehicle battery maker Gotion High Tech, is expected to kick off Morocco’s Gotion Gigafactory Construction Project in the north African country “within days.” This was revealed by the company’s Morrocan head Khalid Qalam on Wednesday.
Gotion High Tech had already signed an investment deal with the Moroccan government in June 2024. The company will set up the first gigafactory in Africa near Kenitra, northwestern Morocco. Additionally, the project is expected to cost a total investment of $6.5 billion.
Morocco’s Gotion Gigafactory Construction Project Factsheet
Project name: Gotion Power Morocco Gigafactory.
Location: Kenitra, Morocco (northwestern Morocco).
Investment:
- Initial phase: $1.3 billion (€1.28 billion)
- Total investment (across five phases): Up to $6.5 billion
Capacity:
- Initial phase: 20 GWh (gigawatt-hours) per year
- Second phase (approved for expansion): 40 GWh
- Total capacity (across five phases): 100 GWh
Production focus:
- Lithium-ion battery cells and packs
- Energy Storage System (ESS) batteries
- Cathode materials
- Anode materials
Production start date: Expected to begin production in the third quarter of 2026
Power supply: The gigafactory will be powered by a dedicated 500MW wind power plant with a 2,000MWh energy storage facility, developed in partnership with Saudi energy giant ACWA Power. This $800 million project aligns with Morocco’s renewable energy targets.
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The investment of the company is spurred by government incentives. Additionally, it is in line with Morocco’s aim that foresees the country to expand and adapt its automotive sector.
Furthermore, Qalam told an industry conference in Rabat the groundwork for the factory project had been completed. The first production of the factory is expected in the third quarter of 2026.
First Phase of the Project
The first phase of the project is expected to cost of $1.3 billion. Also, as for the capacity, the plant would have 20 gigawatt capacity. He also added that the company had agreed with the Moroccan government to increase the capacity of the factory to 40GW in the second phase. However, he did not give a timeline.
Other than batteries, the plant will also produce cathodes and anodes. According to Qalam, these will be exported in bulk to Europe.
“In fact, we have already gotten orders from several European car manufacturers,” Qalam stated.
Lastly, the geographic location of Morocco is close to Europe. This therefore and its makes it an attractive destination to Chinese EV battery makers.
Also read: Morocco’s Gotion EV Gigafactory $800 Million Wind Power Project
