CMA CGM on Tuesday became the largest container line to announce a restructuring in the face of the losses brought on by the biggest crisis to hit the industry. … CMA CGM has long been seen as one of the lines most vulnerable to a slump in traffic volumes and earnings – currently gripping the industry – due to its huge obligations to pay for ships ordered during the industry’s boom. … Tuesday’s statement said the company would continue with initiatives started this year to save money, including renegotiation and, in some cases, cancellation of ship deliveries.

From the Financial Times, September 29 2009