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25 Feb 2021 / Panama Canal, Panama
Based on the present and projected level of Gatun Lake for the upcoming weeks, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announces that effective March 17, 2021, the maximum authorized draft allowed for vessels transiting the Neopanamax Locks will be 15.09 m (49.5 feet) TFW.
In addition, effective March 24, 2021, the maximum authorized draft allowed for vessels transiting the Neopanamax Locks will be 14.94 m (49.0 feet) TFW.
Vessels arriving with drafts over 15.09 m (49.5 feet) TFW may be allowed to transit past March 17, 2021, and vessels arriving with drafts over 14.94 m (49.0 feet) TFW may be allowed to transit past March 24, 2021, depending on the actual level of Gatun Lake at the time of transit. Otherwise, vessels will be required to trim or off-load cargo in order to transit.
Draft adjustments will be announced, through Advisories, in 15.24 cm (6-inch) increments/decrements, generally with four weeks advance notice.
For further reference on future Gatun Lake level estimates please refer to the following link: https://apps.pancanal.com/t/TI/views/GatunH2OIndicators/GatunWaterLevel?:isGuestRedirectFromVizportal=y&:embed=y
The ACP continues to monitor the level of Gatun Lake in order to announce future draft adjustments in a timely manner.
(For information about operations in Panama, contact GAC Panama at [email protected])
Source: Panama Canal Authority Advisory to Shipping No.A-10-2021 dated 24 February 2021