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Panama Canal Fees Surge Due to Climate Pressures and Conflict

The Guardian

Commercial ships transiting the Panama Canal face soaring costs and severe disruptions driven by El Nino weather patterns and the Iran war, with one vessel paying $4 million to jump the queue.

  • Panama canal fees are soaring due to Iran war and El Nino
  • A container ship paid approximately $4 million to jump the waiting queue
  • Falling water levels are expected to further limit transit slots

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