Panama Canal cuts daily transit slots to 32 from today

The Panama Canal Authority says below-expected watershed rainfall means Panamax daily slots fall to 23 on September 15. Together with nine Neopanamax slots, the canal's daily transit capacity is now 32.

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Vessels without reservations may wait longer, so shipping, retail and manufacturing businesses should watch schedules and freight costs. The adjustment does not mean the canal is closed.

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