The CMA CGM Foundation and the OM Foundation commit to Marseille: Inauguration of the La Major city stadium
- The CMA CGM Foundation inaugurated the La Major city stadium in the presence of Amélie Oudéa Castera, the Minister for Sport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- The first realization of an unprecedented collaboration with the OM Foundation, the National Sports Agency and the City of Marseille.
- Tanya Saadé Zeenny, President of the CMA CGM Foundation, announced the renovation of 4 other city stadiums in Marseille in 2024.
A festive inauguration in honor of sport
On Friday, September 15, Tanya Saadé Zeenny, President of the CMA CGM Foundation, inaugurated the new colorful La Major city stadium. The culmination of three months of work was celebrated in the presence of Amelie Oudéa-Castéra, the Minister for Sport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Pablo Longoria, President of Olympique de Marseille, Sébastien Jibrayel, Deputy Mayor for Sport of the City of Marseille, and Anthony Krehmeier, Mayor of the 2nd and 3rd arrondissements.
In a festive atmosphere, a delegation of personalities, including iconic OM players, joined the young people of the neighborhood on the new pitch.
An emblematic pitch open to young people from all backgrounds
The CMA CGM Foundation and the OM Foundation decided to join forces with the National Sports Agency and the City of Marseille to renovate this emblematic field and facilitate the practice of sport and education through sport. Located at the gates of Le Panier, a few meters from the La Major Cathedral, the city stadium bears a new visual identity, reminiscent of the maritime horizon. It will be open to the public and made available to neighborhood clubs and schools.
The renovation of four additional fields throughout 2024
During this inaugural event, Tanya Saadé Zeenny announced the renovation and opening of four other city stadiums in priority neighborhoods lacking sports facilities:
- Parc Corot, 13th district
- Arnavaux, 14th arrondissement
- Roy d'Espagne, 9th district
- Belle de Mai, 3rd district
The CMA CGM Foundation will continue to work with key stakeholders to better equip the city and allow young people to thrive in a safe and modern environment.
Following the sponsorship partnership between the CMA CGM Group and Olympique de Marseille for the 2023-2024 season, this is also a new step in the close collaboration between the CMA CGM Foundation and the OM Foundation for the benefit of the people of Marseille.