CMA CGM , the world's leading shipping and logistics company, has taken a historic step in its development strategy by announcing the relocation of its regional Africa office to Abidjan , Ivory Coast. This strategic move places the Group's expertise closer to the realities on the ground and the needs of its customers.

Closer proximity in the service of performance

The establishment of this regional hub in the heart of West Africa is not simply a change of address. It represents an operational ramp-up aimed at providing agile and integrated solutions.

1. A team of multidisciplinary experts: The office now brings together key functions (Sales, Pricing, Customer Service, Intermodal) to guarantee optimal responsiveness.
2. Experienced leadership: The structure is led by Adeline Gabillaud , Vice President and Regional Director for Africa, whose 30 years of expertise in the sector and her in-depth knowledge of local markets are major assets.
3. Last mile logistics: Thanks to a synergy between maritime and land transport, CMA CGM secures the entire supply chain, including to the hinterland.

A logistics giant serving the continent

Present in Africa for over 50 years, the CMA CGM Group reaffirms its role as an essential economic partner with figures that demonstrate its strong presence:

Key indicators	Numbers
Geographical presence	54 countries and 91 offices
Collaborators on the continent	3,400 experts
Ports served	More than 80 ports via 33 maritime services
Infrastructure	8 port terminals (Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, etc.)

Strategic maritime corridors

The Group connects Africa to global flows via regular and efficient routes:

1. EURAF: The bridge between Europe and West/Central Africa.
2. MIDAS 1: A direct link between West Africa, India and the Middle East.
3. Asia-Africa (WAX / Kilima): Weekly connections to Asian hubs.

An "End-to-End" vision with CEVA Logistics

CMA CGM's ambition is based on a comprehensive multimodal approach. Leveraging its subsidiary CEVA Logistics , the Group offers tailored solutions (sea, air, land) to optimize delivery times and strengthen the resilience of trade flows in a rapidly changing market.

“We imagine better ways to serve a world in motion.” — This purpose of the Group takes on its full meaning today on the African continent.

About the CMA CGM Group

1. Global network: Present in 177 countries with 160,000 employees.
2. Fleet: 650 ships serving 420 ports.
3. Commitment: Net Zero Carbon objective by 2050 and humanitarian action via the CMA CGM Foundation .