The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has reported a significant recovery in vessel traffic, marked by the passage of the container ship CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, the largest vessel to cross the canal in two years. The ship measures 399 metres in length, 54 metres in width, with a draft of 13.5 metres, and a capacity of 17,859 TEUs. Its successful transit demonstrated the canal’s full readiness to handle mega ships safely and efficiently, following months of regional instability that had slowed maritime movement through the vital route. #SuezCanal #CMACGM #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #Africa #Shipping

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) announced on 8th November 2025 that the giant container ship CMA CGM Benjamin Franklin, measuring 399 metres long, 54 metres wide, with a draft of 13.5 metres and a capacity of 17,859 TEU (net tonnage 177,000 tons) has successfully transited the canal and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This marks the largest container vessel to cross the canal in two years and is being viewed as a sign of renewed confidence among major shipping lines. #SuezCanal #CMACGM #RedSea #CMACGMBenjaminFranklin #India #Europe #Logistics