Draft adjustment in the Neopanamax Locks
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – July 1st, 2026 As part of the Panama Canal Authority’s (ACP) water management strategy to ensure the safe, reliable, and sustainable operation of the Canal under current hydrological conditions and considering the potential development of an El Niño phenomenon over the watershed in the upcoming months, the ACP will […]
Panama Canal Funding Requirements Update
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – June 15th, 2026 Following confirmation from the Panama Canal Authority (ACP), it has been established that the previously considered adjustments to the funding timelines will not be implemented. Accordingly, the funding requirements remain as set out in Advisory to Shipping A-10-2016, under which customers are encouraged to ensure that […]
Modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – May 28th, 2026 The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announce modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System to further optimize capacity, flexibility and customer logistics. These innovations are part of our continued commitment to modernize our service portfolio and deliver an enhanced transit experience through the Panama Canal. Effective June […]
Scheduled Lane Outage at Gatun Locks and Modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – May 13th, 2026 Beginning at 0001 hours on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, until 2359 hours on Wednesday, June 17,2026, a dry chamber maintenance will be performed on the East Lane of Gatun Locks. Duringthis period, the West Lane will remain operational, but lockage will take additional time. In accordance […]
Modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – May 8th, 2026 Modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announces modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System to further optimize capacity, flexibility and customer logistics. These innovations are part of our continued commitment to modernize our service portfolio and deliver an enhanced transit […]
LoTSA 2.5 Revised Auction Schedule and LoTSA Enhancements Summary Table
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – April 25th, 2026 SLoTSA 2.5 Revised Auction Schedule and LoTSA Enhancements Summary Table The Panama Canal Authority remains committed to providing clear, timely, and transparent information to its LoTSA customers, with the objective of ensuring a consistent and high-quality service experience. Please be advised that the auction schedule for […]
Scheduled Culvert Maintenance at Gatun Locks
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – April 20th, 2026 Scheduled Culvert maintenance at Gatun Locks. Beginning at 0400 hours on Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, until 2359 hours on Friday, May 19th, 2026 (12 days), the center wall culvert of Gatun Locks will be out of service for scheduled maintenance on cylindrical and rising stem valves. […]
Panama Canal Situation
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – April 17th, 2026 Panama Canal Situation Current Panama Canal traffic conditions remain under sustained pressure, with elevated vessel arrivals continuing to drive strong booking demand. The Panamax locks continue to experience high demand, particularly in the southbound direction. Auction prices for transits from the Atlantic to the Pacific remain […]
Modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – April 10th, 2026 The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announces some modifications to the Transit Reservation (Booking) System aimed at increasing operational efficiency, optimizing customer logistics, and delivering added value to our customers. These innovations are part of our continued commitment to modernize our service portfolio and deliver an enhance […]
Explosion near Bridge of the Americas
PANAMA FLASH! | Panama City – April 7th, 2026 An explosion was reported yesterday in the La Boca area, near the Bridge of the Americas, involving fuel tanker trucks at a local facility. The incident resulted in one fatality and several minor injuries, including emergency personnel. Vehicular traffic across the bridge remains suspended as authorities […]
