AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMaritime Disruption: The U.S. fired hellfire missiles at the Panamanian-flagged M/V Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored blockade warnings, disabling the ship as Washington keeps economic pressure on Iran. Canal Congestion & Costs: With El Niño-linked water limits and Iran-war reroutes, Panama Canal slot prices and queue-jump fees hit record levels, including a $4.6M auction payment by an LPG tanker to skip the line—costs that are already flowing into shipping surcharges. Shipping Rates: Freightos data shows China-to-North America spot rates climbing again, with volatility driven more by supply constraints than demand. Security & Illicit Trade: Panama and Colombia-linked operations in Darién targeted an illegal gold mining system tied to Clan del Golfo, capturing 30 people but finding activity still ongoing. Agri-Exports: Panama agreed phytosanitary requirements to accept Argentine citrus (lemons, mandarins, oranges, grapefruits), opening a new market for growers. Public Health & Biosecurity: New World screwworm is back in the U.S., and a Canadian firm’s ivermectin product gained U.S. emergency authorization to help combat outbreaks. Industry & Business: Flexible Solutions International (FSI) reported Q2 2026 results, citing scaling costs tied to its Panama plant and food-grade contracts.
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