Because BETTER WAYS are meant to be executed, CMA CGM is pleased to announce the launching of a new RORO short sea med service, between MARSEILLE + BARCELONA ↔ CASABLANCA starting as from Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 ex Marseille port.

This SHORT SEA articulated option with the fastest T/T on the market is a consistent sustainable alternative to traditional Truck flows transiting towards Gibraltar - aiming at optimising the supply chain dynamics.

Supply chain dynamics 

Features of the SSL MED RORO SERVICE - Casablanca will be the following:

  • Fleet : 1 RORO vessel x 1,200 LM capacity.
  • Rotation: 7 days - Marseille/Barcelona/Casablanca/Marseille.
  • Frequency: Weekly.
  • Ocean transit times: Marseille > Casablanca in 3 days | Barcelona > Casablanca in 2 days | Casablanca > Marseille in 2.5 days.
  • 1st Calls: Marseille, Tuesday 24/08 | Barcelona Wednesday 25/08 | Casablanca Friday 27/08 (with a departure on Saturday 28/08).

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