According to Morocco World News, on July 20th, Japan Tobacco International (JTI) announced the start of construction on its first green factory in North and West Africa.
The factory is located in the Dattuan Park of the Med Industrial Zone in Tangier, Morocco, with a total investment of about $92 million. Construction is planned to begin in August 2024.
Jose Luis Amador, the JTI Director for North and West Africa, emphasized the importance of the new factory.
This is a historic moment, marking the beginning of a new era for JTI in North and West Africa.
The factory will implement energy efficiency measures such as LED lighting and automatic climate control systems, as well as install rainwater collection and recycling systems to meet non-potable water needs. Additionally, once operational, the factory will create 170 direct jobs and numerous indirect employment opportunities, with a focus on employing 30% women.
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