CMA CGM Group reported revenue of $54.4 billion for 2025. The figure declined 2.0% compared to 2024, primarily due to lower container shipping revenue.
EBITDA reached $10.6 billion with an EBITDA margin of 19.4%. The margin decreased 4.8 percentage points compared to 2024.
CEO Rodolphe Saadé said the Group delivered solid results driven by strong shipping line performance. The company operated in an environment marked by significant geopolitical uncertainty.
Container shipping transported volumes reached 24.2 million TEU, up 2.8% from 2024. Fourth quarter volumes increased 5.3%, outperforming the market. Maritime revenue declined 6.1% to $34.3 billion. EBITDA stood at $7.9 billion compared to $11.2 billion in 2024. The EBITDA margin fell 7.8 points to 23.0%. Average revenue per TEU was $1,414, down 8.7%.
Logistics revenue remained stable at $18.3 billion. EBITDA reached $1.7 billion, down 2.2%. The EBITDA margin stood at 9.4%. Contract logistics delivered strong performance with revenue and profitability growth. Freight management activities faced pressure from market volatility and automotive sector challenges.
Other activities including terminals, air cargo and media reported revenue of $4.3 billion, up 48.4%. EBITDA reached $958 million, up 115.3%. The margin increased 7.0 points to 22.5%.
CMA CGM took delivery of 27 new vessels powered by LNG and methanol in 2025. The company has invested nearly $30 billion ordering LNG and methanol-powered ships. More than 200 vessels will run on low-carbon energies by 2030.
The Group invested $2.5 billion to expand its portfolio of 66 terminals across 40 countries. Major acquisitions included Santos Brasil in Brazil and stakes in terminals in Hamburg, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt.
CEVA Logistics acquired Borusan Lojistik in Turkey and signed an agreement to acquire Fagioli Group. The Group acquired Freightliner Ltd in the UK and Air Belgium. The air cargo division operates eight freighter aircraft.
CMA Media acquired Brut and Chérie 25 in 2025, strengthening its position in the French media landscape.
The Group announced ten 24,000 TEU LNG-powered vessels will be registered under the French flag starting in 2026. The French-flagged fleet will reach 40 vessels.
For 2026, the company expects moderate container shipping growth worldwide. Developments in the Middle East and Red Sea will be key factors influencing market balance. The Group’s priority remains safety and protection of seafarers and employees.
