A partnership agreement has been signed between Rungis market in Paris and France’s port of Dunkirk aimed at boosting French food sovereignty
In France, the International Market of Rungis in Paris and the Port of Dunkirk have signed a partnership agreement with the aim of strengthening synergies and boosting national food sovereignty by facilitating transit through French ports.
The signing was held on 8 July in the presence of Patrice Vergriete, president of the Dunkirk Urban Community and mayor of Dunkirk, and Frédéric Loiseau, sub-prefect of Dunkirk.
The objective is to ensure the long-term security of supplies for Rungis Market, while reducing the dependence on foreign ports and creating more value within France.
An agricultural logistics centre is set to be established within the international logistics zone of Dunkirk, which was awarded the “Choose France” label. The location provides access to container and canal ferry terminals and strategically positions the hub in the heart of important maritime trade flows.
“The Rungis-Dunkirk hub will be dedicated to the logistics, processing, and value-added activities of food products,” a statement read. “Leveraging both the port’s significant land reserves and the recognised expertise of the two platforms, this project aims to attract new investments, strengthen the sector’s competitiveness, and reinforce the strategic role of Rungis and Dunkirk within the French and European agri-food chain.
“Beyond the economic and logistical benefits, this project reflects the shared ambition of both partners to build a more efficient, resilient and sustainable agri-food supply chain, while strengthening French food sovereignty.”
