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Panama Canal Provides Additional Time for Implementation of Transit Reservation Fees Adjustments
After taking into account the feedback received from customers and shipping associations regarding the modifications in the Transit Reservation System fees, the Panama Canal will postpone the implementation date from April 15 to June 1, 2021. This …
Apr 15, 2021 / Curious
Kongsberg Digital to provide the Panama Canal Authority with simulators for multi-vessel training scenarios
Kongsberg Digital has signed a contract with the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) to upgrade and extend the K-Sim Navigation simulators based in SIDMAR; the Center for Simulation, Research and Maritime Development of the Panama Canal Authority. Equipped …
Apr 13, 2021 / Curious
Monjasa: New tanker transforming the Panama Canal bunker industry
In a pioneering tanker move, Monjasa enables outer anchorage bunker supplies off Cristobal. This means significantly less idle time for larger ships taking bunkers in the Panama Canal.Global oil and shipping group Monjasa brings MT Monjasa Supplier …
Mar 11, 2021 / Curious
Panama Canal Sets LNG Transit and Tonnage Record
The Panama Canal set a new monthly record for transits and tonnage of liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessels in January, which shows its capacity to respond to the demand of this segment, as a result of the recent surge in the energy market.In January, …
Feb 5, 2021 / Curious
Panama Canal Helps Save the Planet More Than 13 Million Tons of CO2 in 2020
By offering a shorter route for ships, the Panama Canal contributed to a reduction of more than 13 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent emissions in 2020, in comparison to the most likely alternative routes. These savings are equivalent …
Feb 4, 2021 / Curious
The Panama Canal Extends Temporary Relief Measures for Customers to End of 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the global economy, the Panama Canal will extend its temporary relief measures to December 31, 2020, offering further support for the industry's recovery.This extension comes after continued dialogue …
Aug 26, 2020 / Curious
LNG Vessel Completes 10,000th Neopanamax Transit at the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal welcomes the milestone transit by SK Resolute days before celebrating its 106th anniversary on August 15The Panama Canal welcomed the 10,000th Neopanamax vessel through the Expanded Canal on Monday, marking a new milestone for the …
Aug 12, 2020 / Curious
The Panama Canal Resumes Seasonal Measures to Protect Marine Life and Reduce Emissions (Video)
From August 1 to November 30, 2020, the Panama Canal will encourage the protection of whales, dolphins, and other large aquatic animals as they begin their seasonal migration, crossing paths with vessels heading to the Canal.In accordance with the …
Aug 3, 2020 / Curious
Panama Canal Secures Steady Draft, Operational Reliability Following Water Measures
Earlier this year, the Panama Canal implemented water saving measures after experiencing the fifth driest year at the Canal in 70 years. 692 to the long-standing partnership with our customers and their flexibility to adapt to these measures, the …
May 14, 2020 / Curious
Panama Canal Implements Temporary Relief Measures for Customers Amid Economic Uncertainty
To help mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Panama Canal announced yesterday a temporary adjustment to its reservation system that will provide customers with added flexibility and relief.Effective May 4, 2020, the waterway …
Apr 30, 2020 / Vessels