CMA CGM to Invest $20 Billion in US Expansion Over Four Years Starting March 6

French shipping giant CMA CGM announced on March 6 plans to invest $20 billion over four years to expand its operations in the United States. The investment aims to bolster American economy and exports by developing port infrastructure, constructing advanced warehouses, and establishing a research and development center in Boston focused on robotics. CMA CGM also plans to create a major air cargo hub in Chicago with five Boeing 777s and American pilots. This move follows tariff increases on goods imported from China, Mexico, and Canada, potentially reshaping global logistics. The company aims to increase its U.S.-flagged vessels from ten to thirty, addressing concerns about American maritime sovereignty. This expansion signifies CMA CGM's commitment to the U.S. market, where it has been present for 35 years and employs 15,000 people.