Marhaba 2024: GNV Sets Sail with Its Commitment to Morocco and Reaffirms Its Dedication to Moroccans Worldwide
After Tangier, GNV announces the opening of its second office in Nador
During the press conference held on June 13, 2024, in Tangier, GNV announced several new initiatives that reaffirm its strong commitment to Morocco.
Indeed, at this meeting with a well-represented Moroccan press, GNV outlined the prospects and various innovations for the Moroccan destination. GNV also reiterated its commitment to support, in collaboration with the highest authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco, including the Mohammed V Foundation, the Ministry of Transport, and all other relevant stakeholders, the success of the significant operation for welcoming and transporting Moroccans living abroad, MARHABA 2024, organized by the Mohammed V Foundation under the effective presidency of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him.
Participating in this important press conference were Matteo Catani, CEO of GNV; the company’s partner in Morocco, Mohammed Kabbaj; the Italian Ambassador to Morocco, Armando Barucco; several representatives from Moroccan and international institutions; as well as significant partners of the company in the region, such as the Banque Populaire du Maroc. A delegation from the municipality of Genoa, led by Deputy Mayor Pietro Piciocchi, the President of the Academy of Merchant Marine, Eugenio Massolo, the Vice President of the Tangier City Council, and Mohamed Briouig, Director of the ISEM (Higher Institute of Maritime Studies), also attended the event.
Indeed, during this meeting with the well-represented Moroccan press, GNV outlined the prospects and various innovations for the Moroccan destination. GNV also reaffirmed its commitment to support, in collaboration with the highest authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco, including the Mohammed V Foundation, the Ministry of Transport, and all other relevant stakeholders, the success of the significant operation for welcoming and transporting Moroccans living abroad, MARHABA 2024, organized by the Mohammed V Foundation under the effective presidency of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him.
Participating in this important press conference were Matteo Catani, CEO of GNV; the company’s partner in Morocco, Mohammed Kabbaj; the Italian Ambassador to Morocco, Armando Barucco; several representatives from Moroccan and international institutions; as well as significant partners of the company in the region, such as the Banque Populaire du Maroc. A delegation from the municipality of Genoa, led by Deputy Mayor Pietro Piciocchi, the President of the Academy of Merchant Marine, Eugenio Massolo, the Vice President of the Tangier City Council, and Mohamed Briouig, Director of the ISEM (Higher Institute of Maritime Studies), also attended the event.
Participants in This Important…
Participants in This Important Press Conference Included Matteo Catani…
During the press conference, Matteo Catani, CEO of GNV, stated: “Morocco is GNV’s primary international market. Last year was satisfying for us, as we transported nearly 2.5 million passengers globally (2.3 million in 2022). Even in 2024, despite a market and geopolitical context marked by several complications, we continue to grow (+11% in terms of passengers and goods transported), and exchanges with Morocco are increasing even faster, doubling in speed (+26%).”
For this reason, new measures have been implemented to facilitate and enhance the journey to and from Morocco. One of the most significant announcements made was the imminent opening of a second office in Morocco, specifically in Nador.
After Tangier, GNV Announces the Opening…
GNV also revealed its intention to engage in the Kingdom’s major projects by announcing the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Academy of Merchant Marine and the ISEM aimed at encouraging, supporting, and promoting new generations of maritime professionals through joint and synergistic activities among the three signatories and between Italy and Morocco.
Territorial cooperation is also a focus for GNV. On this occasion, a delegation from the municipality of Genoa participated in the event to announce the collaboration pact signed that morning with the city of Tangier.
Mohammed Kabbaj, the company’s partner in Morocco, commented on all these initiatives, stating: “We are aligning our development with a collaborative approach that commits us daily to follow the directives of the merchant marine – our supervisory administration – and the Mohammed V Foundation, which coordinates the Marhaba operation and is always present in the ports and on our ships. We are also ready to launch a long-term development program aimed at further enhancing our offerings and onboard hospitality.”
Regarding the new services, Carole Montarsolo, GNV’s Commercial Manager for the Moroccan destination, added: “We pay great attention to hospitality and service quality on our ships, generally in line with the Marhaba operation. This is why we have invested in revising all the menus for bars, self-service areas, and onboard restaurants with products tailored to our clientele (halal) and strengthened services dedicated to families (family lounge), introducing musical performances onboard and renovating prayer rooms. As for the staff, the increase in the number of local professionals onboard our ships is constant year after year, allowing us to improve our relationship with customers and our understanding of their needs.”
In 2023, GNV transported over 450,000 passengers on its Moroccan routes alone, and this year, the company aims to further improve this result.
This press conference was followed by an institutional event held at the iconic center dedicated to Ibn Battuta, a Moroccan historian and jurist considered one of the pioneers of great intercontinental expeditions, in the presence of the Italian ambassador in Rabat, several representatives from Moroccan and international institutions, and commercial partners;
We will announce more details regarding the two signed agreements.
Mohammed Kabbaj, the Company’s Partner in…
About GNV:
Founded in 1992 and part of the MSC Group, GNV is one of the leading maritime companies operating in the cabotage and passenger transport sector worldwide: with a fleet of 28 ships, the company operates 31 routes in 7 countries, to and from Sardinia, Sicily, Spain, France, Albania, Tunisia, Morocco, and Malta.
Participants in This Important Press Conference Included Matteo Catani…
During the press conference, Matteo Catani, CEO of GNV, stated: “Morocco is GNV’s primary international market. Last year was satisfying for us, as we transported nearly 2.5 million passengers globally (2.3 million in 2022). Even in 2024, despite a market and geopolitical context marked by several complications, we continue to grow (+11% in terms of passengers and goods transported), and exchanges with Morocco are increasing even faster, doubling in speed (+26%).”
For this reason, new measures have been implemented to facilitate and enhance the journey to and from Morocco. One of the most significant announcements made was the imminent opening of a second office in Morocco, specifically in Nador.
GNV renforce son engagement envers le Maroc en 2024
Ouverture du nouveau bureau de Nador par GNV
After Tangier, GNV Announces the Opening…
GNV also revealed its intention to engage in the Kingdom’s major projects by announcing the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Academy of Merchant Marine and the ISEM aimed at encouraging, supporting, and promoting new generations of maritime professionals through joint and synergistic activities among the three signatories and between Italy and Morocco.
Territorial cooperation is also a focus for GNV. On this occasion, a delegation from the municipality of Genoa participated in the event to announce the collaboration pact signed that morning with the city of Tangier.
Initiatives maritimes pour les Marocains du monde
Mohammed Kabbaj, the company’s partner in Morocco, commented on all these initiatives, stating: “We are aligning our development with a collaborative approach that commits us daily to follow the directives of the merchant marine – our supervisory administration – and the Mohammed V Foundation, which coordinates the Marhaba operation and is always present in the ports and on our ships. We are also ready to launch a long-term development program aimed at further enhancing our offerings and onboard hospitality.”
Regarding the new services, Carole Montarsolo, GNV’s Commercial Manager for the Moroccan destination, added: “We pay great attention to hospitality and service quality on our ships, generally in line with the Marhaba operation. This is why we have invested in revising all the menus for bars, self-service areas, and onboard restaurants with products tailored to our clientele (halal) and strengthened services dedicated to families (family lounge), introducing musical performances onboard and renovating prayer rooms. As for the staff, the increase in the number of local professionals onboard our ships is constant year after year, allowing us to improve our relationship with customers and our understanding of their needs.”
In 2023, GNV transported over 450,000 passengers on its Moroccan routes alone, and this year, the company aims to further improve this result.
This press conference was followed by an institutional event held at the iconic center dedicated to Ibn Battuta, a Moroccan historian and jurist considered one of the pioneers of great intercontinental expeditions, in the presence of the Italian ambassador in Rabat, several representatives from Moroccan and international institutions, and commercial partners;
We will announce more details regarding the two signed agreements.
Mohammed Kabbaj, the Company’s Partner in…
Collaboration avec la Fondation Mohammed V
About GNV:
Founded in 1992 and part of the MSC Group, GNV is one of the leading maritime companies operating in the cabotage and passenger transport sector worldwide: with a fleet of 28 ships, the company operates 31 routes in 7 countries, to and from Sardinia, Sicily, Spain, France, Albania, Tunisia, Morocco, and Malta.
