CMA CGM, Seatrade and Marfret to launch unique east-west reefer service

CMA CGM and Seatrade, the world’s largest remaining specialised conventional reefer shipping operator, are set to launch a service connecting French Polynesia and Australasia with the US east coast and Europe.

In what is one of the first instances of a container line and conventional reefer operator cooperating, the two lines will also be joined by French independent liner operator Marfret to operate a 13-vessel string scheduled to begin in October, following clearance by competition authorities.

The service, marketed by CMA CGM as PAD ...