The latest news and developments from Panama, one of the world’s most important shipping nations.
Panama Maritime Review 2024-2025Panama Maritime Review 2024-2025
The report brings an exclusive insight into the country's maritime, logistics, legal affairs and port sectors featuring in-depth interviews with key industry players.
December 16, 2024
At a Glance
- The Panama Canal, its customers, construction and expansion
- The Panama Maritime Authority new administration focuses on the technological revolution
- The Panama Ship Registry guarantees compliance
The latest edition of the Panama Maritime Review presents the government’s new maritime and logistics strategy for the Panamanian logistics sector and the measures taken by the Panama Canal to ensure the continuity of operations.
As the Panama Canal celebrates 25 years of successful Panamanian administration, its authorities discuss progress on the water programme, including plans for a new reservoir to ensure future water availability, as well as new business initiatives aimed at expanding logistics along the Canal corridor.
“The Canal’s ongoing dedication to innovation, transparency, and customer satisfaction ensures that the Canal remains a cornerstone of international commerce, just as it has for the past century…Through initiatives like LoTSA and the revamped Maritime Services Rates section, the Panama Canal stands ready to meet the challenges ahead, cementing its status as a global leader in maritime transportation,” said the Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vasquez.
Women in Shipping in Panama” returns, highlighting the “women who changed the maritime workplace” and celebrating the unsung heroes working in the field — from managing cranes to piloting bunkering and tugboats, and more.
Port activity remains at the core of Panama's maritime sector achievements, with this year witnessing growing volumes in the transhipment hub and exceptional performance.
In legal affairs, we examine new legislation and processes aimed at improving the Ship Registry, along with innovations and modernisation efforts to maintain its status as one of the world’s most preferred registries.
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