CMA CGM now owns 400 vessels

Group 1 - CMA CGM has named its 400th fully owned vessel, the CMA CGM Monte Cristo, which is a new-generation, 15,000 twenty-foot equivalent unit, dual-fuel methanol vessel, reflecting the company's long-term fleet strategy and commitment to sustainable shipping solutions [1] - The ceremony for the vessel's naming highlights CMA CGM's strong presence and long-standing commitment in the Asia-Pacific region [2] Group 2 - Golden Island Pte Ltd has completed Singapore's first methanol bunkering operations, following the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore's award of methanol bunkering licenses effective January 1, 2026 [5] - The Brave Pioneer, a Singapore-flagged dual-fuel dry bulk carrier, received 300 tonnes of methanol during a bunker delivery, showcasing the collaboration between multiple companies in the methanol supply chain [6][7] Group 3 - The Colombo East Container Terminal of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority has commissioned its third berth, marking a significant operational milestone [10] - The terminal aims for an ambitious throughput objective of 1.5 million TEUs within the year, following the completion of jetty construction works scheduled for mid-February [11] - The advancement of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority and other terminal operators is contributing to economic value through foreign exchange earnings, employment generation, and enhanced trade connectivity [12]