The CMA CGM Group has signed a letter of intent for six LNG-powered 1,700 TEU containerships to be built at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), India, making it the first major foreign carrier to commission LNG-fueled vessels from an Indian shipyard.
All vessels will be registered under the Indian flag and are designed to run on LNG and low-carbon fuels, supporting CMA CGM’s goal to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2050. The project will involve technical cooperation with Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, with deliveries scheduled from 2029 to 2031.
This initiative aligns with India’s strategic priorities, including Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, and strengthens CMA CGM’s local presence. The Group plans to