FOLLOWING its suspension in January due to low water levels and reduced transits, maersk has announced the resumption of its service through the Panama Canal, reports Santiago's Fresh Fruit Portal.
The OC1 service, which is set to recommence operations on May 10, will link the US east coast ports of Philadelphia and Charleston with destinations in Australia and New Zealand.
Initially paused due to drought conditions affecting the Panama Canal, Maersk had adapted its service by splitting it into separate Atlantic and Pacific loops, utilising a land bridge in Panama with a rail connection.
However, the company has decided to revert to its original single rotation setup. The service will be operated by 11 vessels ranging from 3,100 TEU to 3,800 TEU capacity, as reported by Alphaliner.
This resumption aligns with the Panama Canal Authority's recent decision to increase daily transits from 24 to 27 ships in response to improving water levels in Lake Gatun, a crucial component of the canal's operations.
These adjustments aim to accommodate the growing demand for maritime transport along this vital trade route.
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The OC1 service, which is set to recommence operations on May 10, will link the US east coast ports of Philadelphia and Charleston with destinations in Australia and New Zealand.
Initially paused due to drought conditions affecting the Panama Canal, Maersk had adapted its service by splitting it into separate Atlantic and Pacific loops, utilising a land bridge in Panama with a rail connection.
However, the company has decided to revert to its original single rotation setup. The service will be operated by 11 vessels ranging from 3,100 TEU to 3,800 TEU capacity, as reported by Alphaliner.
This resumption aligns with the Panama Canal Authority's recent decision to increase daily transits from 24 to 27 ships in response to improving water levels in Lake Gatun, a crucial component of the canal's operations.
These adjustments aim to accommodate the growing demand for maritime transport along this vital trade route.
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