CMA CGM pledges not to use Northern Sea Route

Ahead of the G7 meeting in France, CMA CGM pledged not to use the Northern Sea Route, citing climate considerations and the need to preserve the Arctic.

In the statement the shipping line said that using the Northern Sea Route would represent a significant danger to the region’s unique natural ecosystems, mainly due to the numerous threats posed by accidents, oil pollution or collisions with marine wildlife.

It also noted that using the route would provide a “major competitive advantage” for shipping companies.