AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 minutes agoPanama Canal Capacity Boost: After improved rainfall and water-saving measures, the ACP will raise daily transits from 32 to 33 and lift the Neopanamax maximum draft to 49 feet (14.94m), with the extra Neopanamax slot starting Oct. 15, 2026—also removing limits that blocked booking consecutive dates. Sports Infrastructure Probe: The Penonomé Sports Complex remains unfinished and unaccepted months after its May 2026 deadline, as a key consortium representative is detained in an alleged corruption, organized crime, and money-laundering investigation. Maritime Safety Push: Liberia and India launched a UN-backed Group of Friends to protect ships and seafarers, with Panama listed among participating countries. Agro-Industry Calendar: IMA published agro-fairs for Sept. 28–29 across Panama. Aviation Demand Watch: Jamaica is in talks with major airlines to secure airlift as fuel costs and Spirit Airlines’ shutdown reshape Caribbean capacity. Energy Trade Shock: El Salvador’s power exports jumped 63% amid El Niño-driven hydro shortfalls, relying more on thermal generation.
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