13 Mar 2019 / Panama Canal, Panama

Maximum Authorized Draft for Neopanamax Locks (4th update)

Based on the present and projected levels of Gatun Lake for the following weeks, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announces that, effective April 10, 2019, the Maximum Authorized Draft for vessels transiting the Neopanamax locks will be 13.72 meters (45.0 feet) Tropical Fresh Water (TFW).

Vessels arriving after April 10, 2019, with drafts over 13.72 meters (45.0 feet) TFW may be allowed to transit, depending on the actual level of Gatun Lake at the time of transit. Otherwise, they will be required to trim or off-load cargo in order to be allowed to transit.

Draft adjustments will be announced in 12-inch (30.5 cm) decrements, generally with at least four weeks advanced notice.

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

Source: Panama Canal Authority Advisory to Shipping No.A-08-2019 dated 12 March 2019

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