Canal and Waterway

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Panama Canal – effective October 1st new navigation equipment mandate

AJOT | September 11, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

"Non-compliance may result in delay of transit and/or additional costs, as well as possible fines.”

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Maritime industry continues to prefer route through Panama

AJOT | September 06, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

• Through August, one month before the end of fiscal year 2023, accumulated tonnage for the year is in line with budget • Waiting lines back to normal

Panama Canal’s low water delays could last 10 months impacting U.S. Gulf/East Coast ports

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Stas Margaronis | Top Story | September 05, 2023

Panama Canal’s low water delays could last 10 months impacting U.S. Gulf/East Coast ports

The Panama Canal’s drought induced low water problems are causing vessel traffic jams that could last for the next ten months according to the Athens-based shipbroker Intermodal.

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One ship in Panama Canal paid $2.4 million to skip the line

Shippers are having to pay record amounts if they want their carriers to beat a logjam of vessels waiting to cross the drought-affected Panama Canal.

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Update on transits through the Panama Canal

AJOT | August 30, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

The Panama Canal facilitates global maritime trade, ensuring the smooth and safe passage of vessels, even amidst challenging weather conditions.

Panama’s Canal is drying up and its bonds are getting hit hard

The Panama Canal is, in many ways, the Panama economy. It hands over about $1 out of every $4 the government takes in, generating a constant stream of cash that flows through all corners of the small country.

Singapore-flagged tanker on move again after running aground in Suez Canal

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Iron ore and steel continue to lead the way for US Great Lakes shipping in July

US Great Lakes shipping activity continues to be on par with the previous year, as approximately 15.7 million tonnes of total cargo traffic traveled the seaway system for the year to date.

Potential shortages loom as Panama Canal restrictions impact holiday stocks

AJOT | August 21, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

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Panama Canal prepares for the future: Navigating challenges with technical precision

Amidst current challenges, the Panama Canal is taking proactive measures to ensure its competitiveness and operational capacity for the future.

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Europe’s most important trade route is at risk due to climate change

Low waters are becoming more frequent and forcing costly and cumbersome workarounds to keep supply lines open

AGLPA Ports Association names new officers

AJOT | August 01, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

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Panama Canal maintains competitive draft for the following months

In light of the prolonged effects of the dry season and in compliance with its responsibility to provide reliable and sustainable service, the Panama Canal has notified its customers that, effective immediately,

Panama Maritime Authority issues notice of recommendation for ICS medical guide to be carried on board vessels

AJOT | July 25, 2023 | Maritime | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

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Great Lakes receives notice to proceed on large dredge and disposal construction agreement with NextDecade Corporation

AJOT | July 24, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation ("Great Lakes" or the “Company”), the largest provider of dredging services in the United States, announced today the receipt of Notice to Proceed to perform essential improvements to the Brownsville Ship Channel for NextDecade Corporation’s (“NextDecade”) Rio Grande LNG (“RGLNG”) project.

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American Waterways Operators releases video highlighting sustainability leadership in tugboat, towboat and barge industry

The American Waterways Operators has produced a new video highlighting the tugboat, towboat and barge industry's sustainability leadership and its commitment to protecting the environment.