CMA CGM Montreal arrived at the Port of Montreal for the first time on 25 May 2022.
Named after the largest city in Quebec, the ship is 200 meters long, has a capacity of 2,500 TEU and will connect the port of Montreal with markets in Northern Europe.
To honor the occasion, a plaque was presented to the master of the ship, Capt. Arcenal Plaza Alnes upon arrival at Cast Terminal.
“The Port of Montreal is delighted with the entry into service of the CMA CGM Montreal, further proving CMA CGM’s commitment and how strongly our trade ties unite us. The Port of Montreal continues to be an attractive competitive option, a reliable and fluid port that efficiently serves markets in Quebec, Ontario, and the U.S. Midwest,” commented Martin Imbleau, president and chief executive officer of the Montreal Port Authority (MPA).
The port authority has announced the arrival of many new vessels at the Port of Montreal, including Vistula Maersk, Vayenga Maersk and Nukumi, which are environmentally friendly.
MPA claims that the Canadian port provides increased capacity and better fuel efficiency.
“The maritime industry has a key role to play in the energy transition and the Port of Montreal is pleased to welcome new generations of more carbon-efficient ships. Providing optimal infrastructure for tomorrow’s ships will always be at the heart of our priorities,” said Imbleau.
