AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPanama Canal Capacity Cuts: The Panama Canal Authority reduced daily transits starting in September (36→34, then 34→32) and delayed Neopanamax draft increases, citing below-average rainfall and El Niño risk—another pressure point for cargo routing and U.S. port schedules. Shipping Costs Spike: The Platts Container Index jumped to $7,565/FEU, with Panama Canal draft restrictions tightening North America lanes as weather disruptions and port congestion keep space scarce. Regional Travel & Safety: The U.S. updated its travel advisory for Panama, renewing crime warnings and advising extra caution in Mosquito Gulf and the Darién Region. Digital Health for Travelers: CSS patients can use Mi Farma Digital to check medicine availability at Social Security facilities before heading out. Local Food Access: Panama’s Agricultural Marketing Institute published locations and hours for nationwide agro-fairs on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Bocas del Toro Upgrade: Bocas del Toro Airport is set to get a new terminal and a wider runway. Panama Sports: The Panama Football Federation confirmed a FIFA friendly vs India in September.
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