Category: Canal Passage

The Suez Canal is both a lifeline and a financial burden. A single transit for a fully laden ultra-large container ship can top $700,000, a figure that makes even the most seasoned operators wince....

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz would be a completive and destabilizing blow to global trade. The maritime shipping industry, in particular, relies on this narrow passage to move nearly a fifth of...

Navigating the world’s major canals isn’t just about paying the toll and waiting your turn, it’s a high-stakes dance of timing, precision, and smart preparation. With congested lanes like the Panama Canal trimming slots,...