CMA CGM Group delivered “solid results” in the second quarter of 2026
CMA CGM has published its Second Quarter 2026 financial results revealing continued growth in logistics activities, with revenue up 8.5% year-on-year.
“Against a backdrop of continued geopolitical instability, the Group delivered solid results in the second quarter of 2026, driven by the performance of our shipping activities, the growth of our terminals and air cargo businesses, and the complementary strengths of our logistics operations. This performance reflects our strategy of expanding in key markets and investing in strategic assets. They once again demonstrate the strength of our model, our agility and our resilience, all in support of delivering reliable, high-quality service to our customers.”
Group highlights for the second quarter
The second quarter of 2026 took place in a particularly volatile market environment for the shipping and logistics industry, marked by the multiplication of geopolitical conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, and a high level of macroeconomic uncertainty.
Global trade remained dynamic, supported by four main factors: resilient global consumer demand, sustained corporate investment generating strong import-export flows, inventory restocking amid heightened uncertainty, and the acceleration of orders ahead of the implementation of new tariffs.
In this context, the CMA CGM Group demonstrated its adaptability, resilience and agility by adjusting its network and operations, optimizing fleet deployment, and maintaining disciplined cost management.
Leveraging its operational agility and the flexibility of its network, the Group recorded strong growth in transported volumes (+6% y. to y.). Combined with sustained freight rates, this performance offset the additional costs generated by the conflict in the Middle East, including those related to the immobilization of certain vessels, higher insurance premiums, and lower volumes on services calling at the region.
