News / Book a slot for Panama Canal transit as protests add to low water delays

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Shipping lines are facing more disruption and delay at the Panama Canal, owing to the “driest October in 73 years”, as well as anti-mining protests in the region. 

The Panama Canal Authority (PCA) announced new operational measures yesterday, following “41% less rainfall than usual”.  

It said: “The canal and the country face the challenge of the upcoming dry season with a minimum water reserve that must guarantee supply for more than 50% of the population and, at the same time, maintain ...