Stellantis has opened the first vehicle dismantling and recycling centre in the Middle East and Africa region in Morocco, marking a major step in the company’s circular economy strategy. The facility, launched in May 2026 near Kenitra, is designed to recover reusable vehicle parts and recycle materials from end-of-life cars, as reported by Reuters.
The centre will process thousands of vehicles annually, extracting components such as engines, gearboxes, plastics, and metals for reuse or recycling. Stellantis said the project supports its global sustainability targets by reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions, and creating a secondary market for refurbished automotive parts.
Morocco’s growing automotive ecosystem and strategic export links to Europe made it a natural location for the investment. The country has become one of Africa’s leading vehicle manufacturing hubs, attracting major global automakers through industrial incentives, logistics infrastructure, and proximity to European markets.
Analysts say the launch reflects a broader shift in the automotive industry toward circular manufacturing models as companies face mounting pressure to improve environmental performance. For Morocco, the project strengthens its position not only as a production hub but also as an emerging centre for sustainable automotive innovation across Africa and the Middle East.
