Successfully completing a the Canal crossing requires meticulous preparation and a solid knowledge of the complex processes. Many sailors discover the VUMPA platform – Vessel Traffic Management and Port Access – critical for arranging your time. Beyond obtaining a VUMPA slot, potential operators should familiarize the channel's regulations, inc… Read More

As the deadline of next year Panama Canal compliance looms, vessel operators should understand the Vessel Utility Assessment Program, or VUMPA. Such assessments aim to evaluate a vessel's green performance including calculate a vessel's capability to transit the modernized Canal efficiently and minimizing emissions. Non-compliance to these regul… Read More