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Panama Canal Announces Additional Draft Reductions for Neopanamax Vessels
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has announced a further reduction in the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax Locks and, importantly, has provided advance notice of a second scheduled adjustment to assist the shipping industry with voyage and cargo planning. Under Advisory to Shipping A-22-2026 https://pancanal.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ADV-22-2026-Draft-adjustment-in-the-Neopanamax-Locks.pdf the ACP has confirmed the following maximum authoriz
Jul 22 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 21, 20242 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...
Aug 15, 20242 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...
Oct 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 23, 20232 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...
Oct 17, 20221 min read
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