PANAMA CANAL

Aug 212 min read

Panama Canal Introduces Long-Term Slot Allocation (LoTSA) Method for Neopanamax Vessels.

Enhancing Transit Certainty and Flexibility The Panama Canal has unveiled a significant update to its Transit Booking System with the...

Aug 152 min read

Celebrating the 110th Anniversary of the Panama Canal

As we celebrate the 110th anniversary of the Panama Canal, it’s essential to recognize not only this engineering marvel but also the...

Jun 282 min read

Increased Transits and Draft in Response to Water Recovery.

Water Recovery and Increased Transits New forecasts for the Panama Canal indicate a gradual recovery in the lake levels that supply the...

Jun 122 min read

Gradual Improvement of Panama Canal Operations with the Onset of the Rainy Season

Due to a consistent lack of rainfall and reduced water levels at Gatun Lake, the Panama Canal Authority published Advisory A-48-2023 in...

Nov 14, 20231 min read

New measures to address the dwindling water resources.

The canal administration has announced reservation slots, spanning from November to February, with varying quotas for each month. These...

Oct 23, 20232 min read

New Positioning System Requirement for Transiting Neopanamax Vessels

Effective October 1, 2023, all vessels transiting the Panama Canal with beams measuring 33.2 meters (109 feet) or more must have a fixed...

Oct 23, 20232 min read

Managing Fresh Water Challenges at the Panama Canal

In 2023, the Panama Canal faces a significant fresh water challenge due to an extended dry season caused by the El Niño phenomenon. This...

May 23, 20232 min read

Prevent Costly Penalties: Report Vessel Deficiencies to Avoid Consequences

Effective January 1, 2023, the Panama Canal Authority has implemented a Transit Disruption fee for vessels that present unreported...

May 4, 20231 min read

Draft Adjustment in the Neopanamax Locks - May 3, 2023

Advisory to shipping A-20-20233 https://pancanal.com/en/maritime-services/advisory-to-shipping/ The new restrictions on maximum...

Oct 17, 20221 min read

PANAMA CANAL INTRODUCES NEW CHARGES AND MODIFIES SOME OF THE EXISTING COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES TARIFFS

The Panama Canal Authority announced on Friday, October 14, 2022 via a formal Advisory the introduction of new charges and the...

Jul 7, 20220 min read

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Feb 14, 20221 min read

THE OYSTER WORLD RALLY

The Oyster World Rally is recognized among the most important interoceanic yacht events in the world and Panama is one of the chosen...

Oct 22, 20211 min read

Canal delays and the Panama Canal Transit Reservation System.

With Panama Canal delays ranging between two (2) and ten (10) days, book or not book is a question we are often asked. The right answer...

Oct 20, 20211 min read

THE 27TH FCCA CRUISE CONFERENCE OCT 18-21, 2021

Panama welcomes the Cruise Industry to the 27th FCCA Cruise Conference. The venue, the new state of the art Amador Convention Center, and...

Aug 3, 20212 min read

The Panama Canal Resumes Seasonal Measures to Protect Migrating Marine Life

Panama City, Panama, August 2, 2021 – From August 1 to November 30, 2021, the Panama Canal will once again promote the implementation of...

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