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PM discusses maritime connectivity and collaboration opportunities with CMA CGM Chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saadé

PM discusses maritime connectivity and collaboration opportunities with CMA CGM Chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saadé

18 Jun, 2026

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, had a fruitful discussion with Mr. Rodolphe Saadé of CMA CGM on maritime connectivity, global shipping trends and emerging opportunities in India's rapidly growing maritime sector.

The Prime Minister said that discussions were held on avenues for greater collaboration in shipbuilding, container manufacturing, digital maritime innovation, logistics and skill development.

Shri Modi noted that India's expanding port infrastructure offers promising opportunities for global maritime leaders.

In a post on X, Shri Modi said;

"Had a fruitful discussion with Mr. Rodolphe Saadé of CMA CGM on maritime connectivity, global shipping trends and emerging opportunities in India's rapidly growing maritime sector.

Discussed avenues for greater collaboration in shipbuilding, container manufacturing, digital maritime innovation, logistics and skill development.

India's expanding port infrastructure offers promising opportunities for global maritime leaders.

@cmacgm"

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