The CMA CGM Foundation supports the Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) to train future professionals in the Maritime & Logistics Fields

* The CMA CGM Foundation partners with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) to award fully funded scholarship for 10 Egyptian students.

* Six scholarships in maritime studies and four scholarships in logistics have been granted for a duration of four years.

* Through this partnership, the CMA CGM Foundation re-affirms its commitment to education for all and commits to facilitating access to internship and career opportunities within the CMA CGM Group and CEVA Logistics for scholarship recipients.

* This partnership complements CMA CGM Foundation commitment to Egypt & Egyptians through different initiatives since 2023.  

10 Scholarships for Egyptian Students to pursue a career in maritime & logistics

The CMA CGM Foundation supports dedicated students eager to study maritime and logistics and pursue their career in these two forward-thinking sectors.

The CMA CGM Foundation will support six students to study Maritime Transport and four students to study Logistics at the AASTMT for the upcoming four academic years (2025/2026 – 2028/2029).

Since its establishment in 1972, and for over 50 years, AASTMT has provided high-quality training to youth in three fields of specialization - Marine Navigation, Marine Engineering and Radio Officers and Marine Technicians - before expanding to more fields of education in Logistics, Business, etc., catering to local needs.

A long-standing partnership with AASTMT

In 2007, the CMA CGM Group launched the first batch of scholarship with AASTMT. Today, the CMA CGM Foundation, under the leadership of Mrs. Tanya Saade Zeenny, President of CMA CGM Foundation, re-affirms its commitment to education for all in Egypt.

Through its partnership with AASTMT, the CMA CGM Foundation also commits to facilitating access to internship and career opportunities within the CMA CGM Group and CEVA Logistics for scholarship recipients. This commitment aims to enhance their employability by providing them with privileged access to a dynamic and international professional environment.

Mandy Bassil, Director of the CMA CGM Foundation in Lebanon and the Levant Region, declared “The CMA CGM Foundation, presided by Tanya Saadé Zeenny, is committed to expanding access to quality education and helping young Egyptian talents to develop the skills they need to succeed. Through this partnership, we continue to strengthen our engagement in Egypt by creating new opportunities for students to learn and grow”.

Professor Dr. Ismail Abdelghaffar Ismail Farag, President of AASTMT, expressed his gratitude to CMA CGM Foundation, saying: “We deeply appreciate the continued trust and support of the CMA CGM Foundation in partnering with AASTMT to empower Egyptian youth. This collaboration not only provides students with access to world-class education but also bridges the gap between academia and industry. At AASTMT, we are committed to preparing future leaders who will drive innovation and sustainability in the maritime and logistics sectors.

CMA CGM Group in Egypt

CMA CGM has been present in Egypt for more than 30 years, with 7 offices and 204 employees operating 12 shipping services, 2 container terminals in Alexandria and Ain Sokhna, and 1 dry port (ODP).

Present in Egypt since 2023, the CMA CGM Foundation has developed humanitarian and educational actions with local and international partners.  

Established in 1972, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to academic rigour and practical application. Offering diverse programmes, AASTMT empowers students to excel in science, technology, and maritime studies, fostering a culture of innovation and global engagement. For more information, please visit: aast.edu/en/

Founded in 2005 and chaired by Tanya Saadé Zeenny, the CMA CGM Foundation focuses on humanitarian action and access to education. It embodies and translates the family values and solidarity of the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in transport and logistics, into concrete actions. Facing crises, the Foundation leverages the expertise of the CMA CGM Group to deliver essential humanitarian supplies. It also supports access to quality education, professional training and integration, as well as educational and social innovation. To date, the Foundation has transported 100,000 tonnes of humanitarian aid to 100 countries, supported over 550 projects in France, Lebanon, and around the world, and assisted 67