CMA CGM, Maersk, and COSCO form new shipping space-sharing pacts
Published Date: 12/23/2025
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Summary
Big shipping companies like CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk, and others are teaming up to share space on their ships and expand routes to new places like France and Canada. These changes kick in early 2026 and could make shipping smoother and more connected between the U.S., Australia, and more. If you’re interested, you’ve got about a week or two to share your thoughts with the government before these deals get rolling!
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Vessel Sharing Adds France and Canada
If you run an import or export business that uses container shipping, one carrier agreement will add France and Canada to its covered routes starting January 26, 2026. The filing says CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE, and OOCL will operate under the amended MED-USEC vessel sharing agreement that expands its geographic scope.
Maersk Charters Space to CMA on New Trades
If your business ships to or from the U.S. East Coast and Australia, New Zealand, Colombia, or Panama, Maersk is authorized to charter space to CMA CGM starting February 1, 2026. The filing describes a Maersk/CMA space charter agreement covering those specific trades with a proposed effective date of February 1, 2026.
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