CMA CGM Invests $20B in United States Maritime, Logistics, and Supply Chain Expansion
CMA CGM’s $20B investment will strengthen United States maritime ties, boost exports, create 10,000 jobs, and expand ports, logistics, and air cargo.
CMA CGM Group, a global leader in transportation and logistics, has announced a $20 billion investment to boost the maritime economy and transform the nation’s supply chain over the next four years. The company operates in 40 states and employs 15,000 Americans. With 35 years of operations in the United States and the handling of over 5 million shipping containers annually, CMA CGM remains a vital force in trade and logistics, driving innovation and economic growth.
“I am proud to build on our long-standing relationship with the United States through this commitment of $20 billion to the country’s maritime future and logistics capabilities. Over the next four years, we will significantly grow our U.S.-flagged fleet, expand the capacity of key container ports on both coasts, develop state-of-the-art warehousing across the country, and establish a significant air cargo hub in Chicago. This will create 10,000 new American jobs and further strengthen our partnership with American customers and public authorities,” said Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of CMA CGM Group.
CMA CGM Group Expands Investment in U.S. Maritime, Logistics, and Air Cargo Infrastructure
As part of its new initiative, The company is set to enhance maritime capabilities through a series of strategic investments. This effort aligns with the United States administration’s priority to strengthen domestic shipbuilding and maritime industries. The plan includes expanding APL’s American flagged fleet, creating maritime jobs, and integrating advanced skills and technologies. These commitments will solidify APL’s role as the leading carrier for the government cargo while ensuring secure and reliable ocean access to support America’s economic and national security goals.
Additionally, CMA CGM prioritizes investing in port infrastructure at key locations, including New York, Los Angeles, Dutch Harbor, Houston, and Miami. These upgrades will boost operational efficiency, drive digital transformation, enhance supply chain connectivity, and improve safety for port workers and cargo.
“This investment will strengthen U.S. logistics and supply chain infrastructure through the development of state-of-the-art warehousing and automotive logistics platforms nationwide. These contributions will help secure and stabilize the domestic supply chain while reinforcing U.S. leadership in global logistics,” reported CMA CGM Group.
As part of this initiative, The company will also expand the country’s air cargo capacity with a new hub in Chicago. The company will deploy five new Boeing 777 freighters, operated by American pilots, to boost trade connectivity and ensure the reliable transport of critical and time-sensitive goods.
To stay at the forefront of innovation, CMA CGM will establish a logistics R&D hub in Boston, dedicated to advancing robotics and automation solutions. Developed in collaboration with top American technology partners, this centre will optimize logistics services, enhancing efficiency and service quality for U.S. customers.
