International audienceThe Ponant Islands are diverse in terms of population, surface or distance from the continent. Most of food products consumed on these islands are coming from the continent. It is therefore necessary to transport them to the island, all along a route whose main element is the sea crossing. This is what makes island supply special. Grocery stores are not equivalent in all Ponant Islands. The island maritime service requires the local grocers to adapt and implement supply strategies. This results in different modes of conveyance for food products to island territories. While most of the food products consumed on these islands are bought in local grocery stores, consumers are increasingly reaching out to continental groce...