Taxele pentru Canalul Panama au atins un nivel record. Navele plătesc de 16 ori mai mult decât anul trecut ca să-l traverseze

The Panama Canal is experiencing record transit fees due to low water levels caused by El Niño and disruptions from the Iran conflict. Daily auction prices for transit have surged to an average of $1.1 million, significantly higher than last year. The ongoing El Niño phenomenon is expected to worsen conditions, limiting cargo capacity and increasing demand for transit. Recent restrictions on vessel draft have further raised costs, leading to longer wait times for ships. The water level in Gatun Lake is projected to decline further, potentially exacerbating the situation.