19 Oct 2016 / Panama Canal, Panama

Maximum allowable draft for vessels transiting Neopanamax locks

Based on the present and projected water level of Gatun Lake for the upcoming weeks, effectively immediately, the maximum allowable draft for neopanamax and approved Panamax plus vessels transiting the new locals is increased to 13.72m (45.0 feet) TFW.

(For information about operations in the Panama Canal contact GAC-Wilford & McKay at [email protected])

Source: Panama Canal Authority Advisory to Shipping A-55-2016 dated 18 October 2016

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