CMA CGM Group Announces $20 Billion Investment In America’s Maritime Transportation, Logistics And Supply Chain Capabilities Over The Next Four Years
CMA CGM has announced a substantial investment aimed at reinforcing its long-standing maritime transport and logistics partnership with the United States. This initiative is expected to bolster the economy, enhance American exports, and create 10,000 new jobs.
The company’s strategic commitment will focus on fostering U.S. shipbuilding capabilities, expanding port infrastructure, enhancing logistics networks, and developing air cargo services. CMA CGM Group, a global leader in maritime, land, air, and logistics solutions, and owner of the U.S. flag carrier American President Lines (APL), plans to invest $20 billion over the next four years to support the U.S. maritime economy and transform America’s domestic supply chain. This announcement builds on CMA CGM’s 35-year presence in the U.S., where it currently operates in 40 states and employs 15,000 Americans, transporting over 5 million shipping containers to and from the country annually.
Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of CMA CGM Group, expressed pride in the company’s long-standing relationship with the U.S. and emphasized that the $20 billion commitment will enhance the country’s maritime future and logistics capabilities. Over the next four years, the investment will significantly grow the U.S.-flagged fleet, expand the capacity of key container ports on both coasts, develop state-of-the-art warehousing nationwide, and establish a major air cargo hub in Chicago.
Supporting U.S. Shipbuilding and Jobs
CMA CGM’s new program aims to bolster American maritime capabilities through targeted investments, aligning with the U.S. Administration’s priority to strengthen shipbuilding. This includes enhancing APL’s U.S. flag capacity and maritime resources, creating new jobs, and integrating advanced technologies. These efforts will solidify APL’s role as the leading carrier for U.S. government cargo while ensuring safe and reliable access to the oceans, essential for supporting America’s economic and national security goals.
Expanding Container Ports
The Group will enhance port infrastructure in critical locations across the U.S., including New York, Los Angeles, Dutch Harbor, Houston, and Miami. These investments are expected to improve operational efficiency, accelerate digitization, enhance connectivity, and increase safety for port workers and cargo.
Developing Advanced Warehousing and Logistics Platforms
This investment will strengthen U.S. logistics and supply chain infrastructure by establishing state-of-the-art warehousing and automotive logistics platforms nationwide. These developments will enhance the security and reliability of the domestic supply chain, furthering U.S. leadership in logistics.
Establishing an Air Cargo Hub in Chicago
As part of the investment, CMA CGM Group will expand American air cargo capacity with a new hub in Chicago. The company plans to deploy five new Boeing 777 freighters, operated by American pilots, to strengthen U.S. trade and ensure reliable transport of critical, time-sensitive goods.
Innovating in Logistics through R&D
To maintain its edge in innovation, CMA CGM will launch a logistics R&D hub in Boston, focusing on advanced robotics and automation solutions. Collaborating with leading American technology partners, this innovation hub aims to optimize logistics services and provide the highest quality service for American customers.
