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CMA CGM North America appoints Natasha Griffin as CEO

The CMA CGM Group, a global leader in sea, land, air, and logistics solutions, today announced the appointment of Natasha Griffin as Chief Executive Officer of CMA CGM North America. Based in Norfolk, Virginia, Ms. Griffin will lead CMA CGM’s operations and strategic development across North America, overseeing the Group’s shipping, logistics, intermodal, and supply ...

CMA CGM Group has appointed Natasha Griffin as the new CEO of CMA CGM North America, based in Norfolk, Virginia. Griffin brings over 30 years of experience in the shipping and logistics industry, having previously held senior commercial and management positions within the global shipping and logistics sector. She joined CMA CGM Group in June 2025 as Managing Director of CMA CGM UK, where she led the Group's activities in one of its key European markets.

In her new role, Griffin will be responsible for leading CMA CGM's operations and strategic development across North America, including shipping, logistics, intermodal, and supply chain activities. She will also be tasked with strengthening customer partnerships, accelerating business development, and supporting continued investment in America's maritime transportation and logistics infrastructure.

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