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(4 articles)AI Surveillance Targets Contraband at Panama's Cargo Routes
Panama has deployed artificial intelligence-powered surveillance systems to monitor cargo routes transiting through the Panama Canal, targeting the interception of cocaine and contraband materials. Th
Panama Terminal Bidding Favors Foreign Operators Over U.S. Companies
Panama's seizure of container terminals from CK Hutchison and subsequent concessions process represents a critical juncture for global container port operations, particularly affecting North American
Port Houston Hits 1M TEUs in Q1 Amid Panama Canal Disruptions
Port Houston demonstrated strong operational recovery in the first quarter of 2026, with total container volumes reaching 1.087 million TEUs—a 2% year-over-year increase—and March alone pushing 391,03
Panama Canal Expands Locks: U.S. Logistics Impact Uncertain
The Panama Canal has opened larger locks, a significant infrastructure upgrade designed to accommodate Neo-Panamax and larger vessels. This expansion represents a structural shift in global maritime r