CMA CGM acquires majority stake in South America’s largest container terminal

MARSEILLE : CMA CGM, a leading worldwide shipping company, has now become the controlling shareholder of Santo Brasil Participações S/A, after securing a 51% stake in the company.

The finalisation of the deal was done on April 24, 2025 and the transaction was completed at a share price of BRL 13.60.

CMA CGM purchased approximately 47.9% of Santos Brasil’s shares during the acquisition, adding to the 3.1% stake already held by one of its affiliates since September 2024.

With this, the Group now controls a total of 51% of the company.