Panama’s National Assembly Approves Panama Canal Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
Panama’s National Assembly has approved, in third debate, the Panama Canal budget for fiscal year 2026, totaling B/. 5.2072 billion for the period running from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. According to the Panama Canal Authority, the approved budget is focused on long-term investment priorities aimed at strengthening the Canal’s competitiveness, sustainability, and […]
Panama Canal Launches Market Engagement for Natural Gas Pipeline Development
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has officially launched the concessionaire selection process for its new natural gas pipeline project, beginning with an initial market engagement event held in Panama City. The session brought together more than 45 representatives from global energy companies, marking an important step in the development of the Canal’s broader interoceanic energy […]
Panama Canal Highlights Strategic Importance and Sustainability Agenda at Inside LatAm: Panama 2025
The Panama Canal took part in Inside LatAm: Panama 2025, a forum organized by Moody’s Investors Service that brought together public- and private-sector leaders to assess Panama’s economic outlook, as well as the risks and opportunities shaping the region. During the event, the Canal reaffirmed its strategic role as a key driver of national competitiveness […]
President José Raúl Mulino Announces Launch of Panama Canal Pipeline Project During Japan Visit
During his official visit to Japan, Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino, accompanied by Minister for Canal Affairs José Ramón Icaza and Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez Morales, announced the launch of the development process for a new gas pipeline that will form part of the Canal’s emerging energy corridor. The project represents the first major […]
Brazil’s Ministry of Ports and Airports and the Panama Canal Sign Mutual Cooperation Agreement
The Panama Canal Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Ports and Airports of the Federative Republic of Brazil to establish a cooperation alliance focused on the exchange of information and experience in port management, maritime and inland waterway logistics, and knowledge transfer related to the operation of the Panama Canal […]
UK Embassy Delegation Visits the Panama Canal Administration
The Panama Canal welcomed a courtesy visit from a delegation of the United Kingdom Embassy in Panama, led by His Excellency Greg Houston, the British Ambassador to Panama. The meeting took place at the Board Room of the Panama Canal Administration Building, reinforcing diplomatic dialogue around issues of shared interest. Ambassador Houston was accompanied by […]
Panama Canal Celebrates 111 Years of Operations with Focus on Sustainability and Future Growth
The Panama Canal marked 111 years of operations by reaffirming its commitment to a sustainable future, backed by a water strategy centered on public well-being and an operational vision aimed at strengthening Panama’s logistics competitiveness. Since its inauguration in 1914, the interoceanic waterway has played a defining role in both Panama’s economic development and the […]
Canal Affairs Minister and Panama Canal Administrator to Join UN Security Council Meeting in New York
Panama’s Minister for Canal Affairs, José Ramón Icaza, and Panama Canal Administrator Ricaurte Vásquez Morales are set to participate in a special session of the United Nations Security Council in New York, where international maritime security will be the central topic of discussion. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025, and will be […]
Panama Canal Welcomes the 2025 World Schools Debating Championship
The Panama Canal officially welcomed the 2025 World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC), reinforcing its role as a platform for global dialogue, education, and youth engagement. The event brought together more than 550 young participants from 59 countries to debate issues related to society, economics, politics, the environment, and other topics of international relevance. The opening […]
New Generation of Firefighters Begins Training at the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal has officially launched a new training program for the next generation of its firefighting force, reinforcing its commitment to safety, emergency preparedness, and operational excellence. A group of 20 candidates has been selected to take part in the intensive eight-month training process, which is designed to equip them with the knowledge and […]
