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The Panama Canal announced today, through an Advisory to Shipping, that it will increase the number of daily transits through the Neopanamax locks to 10, for a total of 33 daily slots, starting October 15, 2026, based on the current and projected level of Gatun Lake.
Additionally, taking into consideration the positive effect of near-average rainfall in the Canal watershed and the effectiveness of the water-saving measures implemented in the locks, with immediate effect and until further notice, the maximum authorized draft for vessels transiting through the Neopanamax locks will be 14.94 meters (49.0 feet).
While the water deficit in the Canal watershed continues, the Transit Reservation System (Booking System) remains the only way to guarantee a transit date. Therefore, vessels without a reservation may face indefinite delays.
The Panama Canal remains committed to closely monitoring water conditions and precipitation levels, and to promptly communicating any additional adjustments, as circumstances permit.