The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced a reduction in the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax Locks. Effective 3 July 2026, the maximum allowable draft will be 49.5 feet (15.09 meters) Tropical Fresh Water (TFW). According to the ACP, the adjustment forms part of its proactive water management strategy and follows ongoing monitoring of reservoir levels and weather forecasts, including the potential development of El Niño conditions later thi

As part of our ongoing commitment to navigational safety and environmental stewardship, we wish to remind our clients and partners of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s recommendations regarding safe navigation within the Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) in the Gulf of Panama, particularly during the annual migration of humpback whales. Each year, from August 1 through November 30, humpback whales migrate through the waters adjacent to the Pacific entrance of the

The Panama Canal Board of Directors has approved the necessary funds—under Resolution No. ACP-JD-RM 25-1542—for constructing a new lake along the middle course of the Indio River Watershed. This initiative is a cornerstone of the Water Projects Program, designed to secure water supply for over half of Panama’s population, support Canal operations, and stimulate broader productive activities nationwide. Addressing Panama’s long-term water challenges, the project will significa

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

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

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

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

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

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

Please follow the link below to see the latest official Notices to Shipping issued by the Panama Canal Authority. https://pancanal.com/en/maritime-services/notices-to-shipping/

Please follow the this link to see the latest official Advisories to Shipping issued by the Panama Canal Authority. https://pancanal.com/en/maritime-services/advisory-to-shipping/