CMA CGM suspends all bookings for key Middle East ports
Following the ongoing developments in the Middle East, CMA CGM has announced an immediate suspension of all bookings for several countries in the region. Effective until further notice, the suspension applies to both Ports of Loading (POL) and Ports of Discharge (POD).
The carrier stated that this decision is a precautionary measure intended to ensure the safety of its crew, vessels, and customer cargo.
Affected Countries and Port Restrictions
The suspension impacts nearly all major gateways in the Upper Gulf, with specific exceptions made for key Red Sea and Gulf of Oman hubs.
| Country | Status of Booking Suspension |
| Bahrain | All ports suspended |
| Kuwait | All ports suspended |
| Qatar | All ports suspended |
| Iraq | Umm Qasr suspended |
| United Arab Emirates | All ports suspended (Except Fujairah and Khor Fakkan) |
| Saudi Arabia | All ports suspended (Except Jeddah, King Abdullah Port, Yanbu, and NEOM) |
Gemini said
CMA CGM suspends all bookings for key Middle East ports
Following the ongoing developments in the Middle East, CMA CGM has announced an immediate suspension of all bookings for several countries in the region. Effective until further notice, the suspension applies to both Ports of Loading (POL) and Ports of Discharge (POD).
The carrier stated that this decision is a precautionary measure intended to ensure the safety of its crew, vessels, and customer cargo.
Affected Countries and Port Restrictions
The suspension impacts nearly all major gateways in the Upper Gulf, with specific exceptions made for key Red Sea and Gulf of Oman hubs.
Status of Existing Cargo
For containers that are already on board or ready to load at the port of origin, CMA CGM will not issue a general notice. instead, local offices will communicate specific information to each customer individually.
This broad suspension follows the earlier restriction on hazardous cargo, indicating a significant escalation in the carrier’s risk assessment for the region.
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