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Ports & Logistics
Panama ports report strongest volume growth in three yearsPanama ports report strongest volume growth in three years

Panama´s port operators had, for the first time in three years, reason to rejoice as they posted an increase in container volume of 18.5% in the period January-July.

byMichele Labrut
Sep 10, 2024
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In pictures: MSC Marie sets Panama Canal cargo capacity recordIn pictures: MSC Marie sets Panama Canal cargo capacity record
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Panama Canal delays new long term booking system to OctoberPanama Canal delays new long term booking system to October
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Panama’s Colon Container Terminal adds hybrid yard cranesColon Container Terminal adds hybrid yard cranes
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