A major French maritime shipping company has halted all cargo operations involving Cuba effective immediately, the firm announced Sunday, referencing a recent U.S. executive order from earlier this month.
CMA CGM, the French shipping corporation, made the announcement in a written statement provided to news outlets. “Following the U.S. Executive Order issued on May 1, CMA CGM has decided to suspend its bookings to or from Cuba until further notice,” the statement read.
The shipping company indicated it is keeping a close watch on developments and will modify its business practices to ensure compliance with current regulations. The suspension affects all new cargo reservations between the company and Cuban ports, with no timeline given for when services might resume.
