I was pleased to be back in Hamburg, a city that has always played a central role in global trade. stated that Rodolphe SAADE Chairman & CEO chez CMA CGM . Added For decades, the Port of Hamburg has connected German and Northern European industries to the rest of the world. It is a key hub for CMA CGM, from which we continue to invest across shipping, logistics and terminals to better serve our customers.
Our European network
Germany holds an important place in our European network. As the country enters a new phase of industrial and infrastructure investment, we will continue to strengthen our presence and support its ambition for sustainable growth.
A new partnership with (RSGT)
On the other hand, Adolf expressed his gratitude for being present at. the 9th edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh where they signed a new partnership with Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) to jointly develop and operate a new container terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port.
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The project will bring modern infrastructure, advanced equipment and environmental improvements, fully aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. It will enhance capacity, efficiency and reliability at Jeddah, reinforcing its role as a major logistics gateway on the Red Sea.
This partnership reflects our confidence in the Kingdom and our commitment to support its long-term economic transformation.
The geographical location of the Port of Hamburg
The geographical location between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea as well as and the excellent performance of the port industry makes the Port of Hamburg the leading foreign trade hub of Germany. As Germany's biggest multipurpose port, it is of crucial importance for European inland markets with up to 450 million consumers. Hamburg generates a total annual gross value added of around 20 billion euros and directly and indirectly employs more than 260.000 people.
State-of-the-art technology of the handling
State-of-the-art technology of the handling facilities, data communication systems, an efficient transport infrastructure and high-performance feeder and hinterland connections create the conditions for the exchange of goods with trading partners all over the world. In addition, the port plays a major role in export and import logistics for industry and trade in Hamburg and the metropolitan region.
Rodolphe SAADE ,CMA CGM ,Port of Hamburg , Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 , Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) , Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) , Future Investment Initiative (FII)
27 October 2025
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