CNC Celebrates 55 Years of Connecting Asia

From our beginnings in 1971 to the connections we make across Asia today, CNC’s journey has been shaped by the trust of our customers, partners and people.

Together, we have navigated change, created new possibilities and built connections that keep Asia moving. As we celebrate this milestone, we look ahead with the same commitment that has guided us from the beginning: staying close to our customers, strengthening regional connections and moving forward together.

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CNC at a Glance

50

Services across Asia

90

Operated vessels

Niche Ports

Fuqing, Kuala Tanjung, Sendai, Batangas, Songkhla, Nghi Son and more

5.01M+

Total TEUs carried in 2025

One of the Youngest

Reefer container fleets in the market

Our Journey Across Asia

Five key milestones. One consistent purpose: connecting Asia and delivering for our customers.

1971

CNC is founded, beginning its journey as a regional carrier in Asia.

2007

CNC joins the CMA CGM Group, strengthening its regional and global capabilities.

2019

CNC becomes the Group’s sole Intra-Asia shortsea specialist brand.

Today

CNC offers 50 services across Asia, supporting customers with extensive regional coverage.

Tomorrow

CNC continues to move forward with reliable, practical and customer-focused shipping solutions.

CNC 55th Anniversary — 55 Years of Connecting Asia

Connections That Matter

For 55 years, CNC has connected more than shipments. We have connected businesses, markets and people across Asia.

CNC working with customers and businesses across Asia

Connecting Businesses

Supporting customers as their businesses and supply chains grow across Asia.

Shipping routes connecting major and emerging markets across Asia

Connecting Markets

Providing regional links between major gateways and emerging markets.

CNC customers, partners, seafarers and employees working together

Connecting People

Bringing together customers, partners, seafarers and employees across the region.

Partnerships That Move Asia Forward

For 55 years, our customers have been at the heart of CNC’s journey. Their trust, feedback and partnership continue to shape how we connect businesses and markets across Asia.

Testimonials have been lightly edited for length and clarity.

01 / 07

BASF

Murphy Cheung

Logistics Procurement – Global Category Buyer
Global Liner Shipping & Drayage (GPD/ML)

Reliability Across the Region

BASF has had the privilege of working alongside the CNC team for over 10 years. Throughout this collaboration, CNC has consistently proven to be a reliable, professional and deeply trustworthy ocean carrier.

CNC’s high service reliability and schedule integrity, together with its extensive Intra-Asia network, have been instrumental in keeping our supply chains moving seamlessly across the region and supporting our evolving logistics needs. We also deeply value the responsive, proactive and solution-oriented local teams, as well as the trust and mutual respect we have built together.

Congratulations to the entire CNC team on 55 years of success. We look forward to achieving many more shared successes in the years ahead.

02 / 07

THILOGI

Part of THACO Group

BUI MINH TRUC

President

Connecting Cargo, Communities and Opportunity

Since the early days of container shipping at Chu Lai Port, CNC’s services have opened new gateways for cargo from Central Vietnam to reach the Intra-Asia market, supporting the region’s growing role in international trade.

What we value most about our partnership is the impact it creates beyond logistics. Every container carries the dedication of farmers growing fruits, coffee and agricultural products across Vietnam’s Central Highlands, Laos, Cambodia and beyond. When these products reach overseas markets, they represent new opportunities and the priceless smiles of farming families after every successful harvest.

To us, this is the true meaning of logistics: not just moving cargo, but helping people, communities and businesses grow together. Congratulations on 55 remarkable years. We are proud to be part of CNC’s journey and look forward to achieving many more milestones together.

03 / 07

Electrolux

Norris Xu

Group Logistics Purchasing Vendor Manager

Stability in a Dynamic Market

We selected CNC as a key partner for Intra-Asia trade because of its well-established reputation and extensive connectivity across key Asian ports.

The breadth of coverage—particularly in Southeast Asia and Greater China—allows us to consolidate regional volumes under one carrier, while dependable transit times and vessel rotations help us plan with greater certainty. We value the team’s professionalism, ownership and consistency of communication, as well as the stability, dependability and mutual trust built over time.

As our business grows more dynamic, we would welcome even greater flexibility in contingency planning, capacity allocation and tailored solutions, particularly during peak or unplanned surges. Congratulations to CNC on 55 years of dedication, innovation and service excellence. We look forward to building on this strong foundation and growing together.

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04 / 07

Midea

Eddy Shen

Department Head, Supplier Co-Creation Centre, Midea International Supply Chain Capability Center

Growing Together in Southeast Asia

As part of the CMA CGM Group, CNC is closely aligned with Midea Group’s global strategy. Its leading Intra-Asia network, proactive market approach and comprehensive regional coverage support our continued development across Asia.

Amid significant shifts in global trade, Midea has expanded its production footprint in Southeast Asia, creating greater demand for reliable regional maritime transportation. Over the past two years, CNC has provided crucial support in maintaining the efficiency and stability of our overseas manufacturing supply chain. During this period, our shipping volume to Southeast Asia grew by more than 50%.

We value CNC’s industry-leading service reliability, schedule integrity and stable delivery, together with a team that is efficient, responsive, friendly and warm. Warmest congratulations to CNC on its 55th Anniversary. We wish CNC continued success and prosperity in the years ahead.

05 / 07

SMPT

Subsidiary of Michelin Group

Ethan Neo

Logistics Manager

Transparent, Reliable Support

As one of the major carriers in the Intra-Asia market, CNC’s broad suite of services and connectivity provides unparalleled competitiveness for our shipping needs.

Our relationship is built on honesty, transparency, communication and mutual support. We can count on CNC’s service and help to deliver our needs. Reliable, transparent and willing to go the extra mile—these are rare qualities that are deeply valued in an especially volatile world today.

An industry leader anchored in excellence, we wish CNC a happy 55th Anniversary and continued shipping success!

06 / 07

DSV

Jan Mariboe Nielsen

Regional Director, Global Ocean Product, APAC Product

Agility Built on Long-Term Trust

We value CNC as a trusted partner in the Intra-Asia market, where its extensive network, strong regional connectivity and consistent service reliability help us support our customers’ evolving supply chain requirements.

Across 25 years of collaboration in Asia, the CNC team’s professionalism, responsiveness, local expertise and customer-centric approach have helped us navigate dynamic market conditions with confidence. We deeply value CNC’s agile response to the region’s growing and ever-changing demands, and believe we have unlocked great potential together, particularly over the last few years.

Thank you for the strong “can-do” and “open for business” attitude. Congratulations on CNC’s 55th Anniversary. We look forward to continuing our successful partnership.

07 / 07

YQN Logistics

Maggie Wang

Business VP

Stable Products, Shared Growth

CNC’s broad geographical coverage, asset allocation and growth ambitions in Southeast Asia align with YQN’s plans, creating a win-win partnership.

Following the CV8 product upgrade in December 2024, its greater stability enabled us to grow steadily with CNC. The network’s comprehensive coverage across Southeast Asia offers the convenience of working with a single carrier, while local teams keep us closely informed and respond quickly with support and alternative solutions when exceptional situations arise.

Consistent capacity, space assurance and equipment-release priority have strengthened our customers’ trust in CNC’s products and provided the foundation for us to almost double our volume with CNC year to date. Warmest congratulations on CNC’s 55th Anniversary. Here’s to many more years of success.

Every customer relationship has contributed to our journey. As we celebrate 55 years of connecting Asia, we remain committed to moving forward together.

A Message to Our Customers and Partners

When CNC first set sail in 1971, Intra-Asia trade looked nothing like it does today.

Over the years, ports have grown, trade lanes have multiplied, and the pace of business has transformed beyond recognition.

Through all of it, one thing hasn't changed. Our focus stays on Asia, and so does our commitment to moving your cargo reliably across it.

As we celebrate CNC’s 55th anniversary, we would like to thank you for being part of our journey. Every shipment, every partnership and every year of trust has helped shape who we are today.

This milestone belongs to you as much as it belongs to us.

Thank you. Here’s to the next chapter of Intra-Asia shipping, together.

Jeremy Charollais

CEO, CNC

The Journey Continues

55 Years of Connecting Asia.
And We’re Just Getting Started

For more than five decades, CNC has grown alongside our customers, partners and people across Asia.

As markets evolve, we remain committed to providing practical, reliable connections that keep your business moving.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to the next chapter, together.

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