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French shipping giant CMA CGM offers to buy Air Belgium

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Posted on April 30, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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French shipping giant CMA CGM offers to buy Air Belgium

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PARIS (Reuters) -French shipping giant CMA CGM announced on Wednesday an offer to buy Air Belgium, which would strengthen CMA CGM's presence in the aviation sector. CMA CGM, which also owns an 8.8%

CMA CGM's Strategic Move: Acquisition of Air Belgium

PARIS (Reuters) -French shipping giant CMA CGM announced on Wednesday an offer to buy Air Belgium, which would strengthen CMA CGM's presence in the aviation sector.

CMA CGM, which also owns an 8.8% stake in Air France KLM, said it would keep the Air Belgium brand and that its takeover would safeguard 124 jobs at Air Belgium.

(Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta; Editing by Kim Coghill)

Key Takeaways

CMA CGM offers to buy Air Belgium.
The acquisition strengthens CMA CGM's aviation presence.
CMA CGM holds an 8.8% stake in Air France KLM.
The Air Belgium brand will be retained.
124 jobs at Air Belgium will be safeguarded.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is CMA CGM's offer to acquire Air Belgium, which aims to strengthen its presence in the aviation sector.

What will happen to Air Belgium's brand?

CMA CGM plans to retain the Air Belgium brand following the acquisition.

How many jobs will be safeguarded?

The acquisition will safeguard 124 jobs at Air Belgium.

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