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Thursday, October 9, 2025
An LNG carrier transits through the Panama Canal. Photo credit: Flystock/Shutterstock
Environment

La Niña Conditions Return

La Niña conditions have emerged in the equatorial Pacific and are expected to persist through the Northern Hemisphere winter, with forecasters predicting a

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
A CMA CGM containerships transits the Panama Canal
Shipping

Panama Canal Posts $5.7 bn in FY2025 Revenue, Transits Jump 19%

The Panama Canal said revenues rose around 14.4% in its fiscal year 2025 to $5.7 billion, based on preliminary and unaudited figures, authorities said in a

11 hours ago
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Monday, September 29, 2025
A CMA CGM containerships transits the Panama Canal
News

Panama Canal Revamps Transit Booking System to Boost Transit Certainty and Flexibility

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announced significant modifications to its Transit Reservation System on Monday, with the unveiling of its next generation

September 29, 2025
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Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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Shipping

Panama Canal Opens ‘NetZero’ Transit Slot for Green Ships

The Panama Canal is launching of a dedicated transit reservation system designed specifically for low-emission vessels. The “NetZero Slot”

September 23, 2025
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Friday, September 19, 2025
A tanker transits the Panama Canal Locks
Shipping

Panama Canal Launches Major Natural Gas Pipeline Project to Bypass Drought-Stricken Waterway

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has officially launched the selection process for a concessionaire to develop a strategic natural gas pipeline across the

September 19, 2025
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Monday, August 18, 2025
The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Ports

CK Hutchison Rules Out Ports Deal Being Completed This Year

(Bloomberg) — CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd. ruled out the likelihood of the controversial sale of its global ports to a BlackRock Inc.-backed consortium

August 18, 2025
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Friday, August 15, 2025
The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Shipping

Panama Canal to Launch Tender for Construction, Operation of Two Ports

The Panama Canal will soon begin consultations with companies about launching a competitive tender in the first quarter of next year offering two new

August 15, 2025
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Tuesday, August 12, 2025
UN Security Council Sounds Alarm on Rising Threats to Maritime Security
Shipping

UN Security Council Sounds Alarm on Rising Threats to Maritime Security

The United Nations Security Council convened Monday for a critical debate on maritime security, highlighting the escalating challenges facing global shipping

August 12, 2025
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The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Ports

Panama Canal to Enter Port Business With Dual-Terminal Tender

The Panama Canal is planning to enter the ports business with a tender for two terminals, a move that comes amid a high-profile clash between the US and China

August 12, 2025
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Friday, August 1, 2025
An LNG carrier transits through the Panama Canal. Photo credit: Flystock/Shutterstock
Ports

Panama Communities Challenge Canal Expansion Project in Supreme Court

Communities in Panama that would have to relocate under the Panama Canal's plan to build a $1.6 billion reservoir filed a Supreme Court challenge on

August 1, 2025
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Thursday, July 31, 2025
The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Ports

CK Hutchison-Operated Panama Ports Could be Taken Over by State Partnerships

PANAMA CITY, July 31 (Reuters) – Public-private partnerships could take over two key ports near the Panama Canal if courts invalidate a contract with

July 31, 2025
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Tuesday, July 29, 2025
The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Ports

China Stake in CK Hutchison Port Sale Could Ease Beijing Pressure but US Geopolitical Risks Remain

The proposed inclusion of Chinese shipping giant COSCO in Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison's contentious global ports sale is a potential win for Beijing

July 29, 2025
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Sunday, July 27, 2025
The Balboa Port is pictured after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, in Panama City.
Ports

Investors Bet Li Ka-Shing Will Clinch Controversial Ports Deal

By Shirley Zhao Jul 27, 2025 (Bloomberg) –Investors are regaining enthusiasm for CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd. despite a delay in the company’s plan

July 27, 2025
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Thursday, July 17, 2025
FILE PHOTO: A ship sails near the Balboa Port after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd 0001.HK agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, amid pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to curb China's influence in the region, Panama City
Shipping News

Report: China Threatens to Block Panama Ports Deal Unless COSCO Gets a Stake

China is threatening to block the sale of more than 40 ports, owned by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison, to BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) if

July 17, 2025
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Friday, June 13, 2025
U.S. Coast Guard’s New Icebreaker USCGC ‘Storis’ Transits Panama Canal en Route to Arctic
Defense

U.S. Coast Guard’s New Icebreaker USCGC ‘Storis’ Transits Panama Canal en Route to Arctic

On the way to its initial Arctic deployment U.S. Coast Guard polar icebreaker Storis (WAGB 21) has transited through the Panama Canal. The polar class

June 13, 2025
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025
An LNG carrier transits through the Panama Canal. Photo credit: Flystock/Shutterstock
Shipping

Panama Canal Boss Says MSC Ports Deal Threatens Neutrality

The sale of two ports near the Panama Canal to a global consortium led by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) threatens the canal's principle of

June 10, 2025
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Friday, May 9, 2025
An LNG carrier transits through the Panama Canal. Photo credit: Flystock/Shutterstock
News

In Panama, Trump’s New Ambassador Casts China as Threat to Frayed Alliance

The United States' new ambassador to Panama pledged on Thursday to strengthen ties with the Central American country while pushing China as a common

May 9, 2025
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Thursday, April 10, 2025
U.S. and Panama Agree to Counter Chinese Influence in Panama Canal
Defense

U.S. and Panama Agree to Counter Chinese Influence in Panama Canal

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced an expanded partnership with Panama aimed at securing the Panama Canal against what he termed

April 10, 2025
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Wednesday, April 9, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Panama Canal Authority Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez, and Commander of the U.S. Southern Command Adm. Alvin Holsey tour the Miraflores locks
Shipping

Trump, Hegseth Signal Panama Canal Pivot

Panama said on Wednesday the United States recognized its sovereignty over the Panama Canal, despite tough rhetoric from Washington, as the two nations

April 9, 2025
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FILE PHOTO: A ship sails near the Balboa Port after Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd 0001.HK agreed to sell its interests in a key Panama Canal port operator to a BlackRock Inc-backed consortium, amid pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to curb China's influence in the region, Panama City
News

CK Hutchison Says it Invested $1.7B in Panama, Surpassing Obligations

April 9 (Reuters) – A company controlled by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison has invested $1.7 billion in two ports near the Panama Canal, it said on

April 9, 2025
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