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The war in Iran could affect Panama through higher oil prices, costlier imports and broader inflationary pressure. As a trade-dependent, dollar-based economy, Panama is especially exposed to global shocks.
Griff Griffitts has been named CEO of the Panama City Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau, taking on a key leadership role in the city’s tourism economy. His appointment puts local destination marketing and visitor growth in focus.
Panama’s logistics sector is positioned for growth, but the next step depends on better integration across air, sea, and land transport. The country’s future edge will come from reliability, multimodal coordination, and higher-value services.
Authorities seized a large quantity of suspected contraband in Bocas del Toro’s border zone. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to stop illegal trade in western Panama.
The Metro de Panamá will reinforce Line 2 maintenance with a direct contract to Alstom Panamá S.A. The move follows rising ridership and growing pressure on trains, signaling and power systems.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a $4.3 million contract with Alstom Panamá to maintain Metro Line 2 for six months. The work comes as daily ridership has recently risen to 380,000 users.
Panama’s National Assembly has advanced a bill that would make E10 fuel mandatory for 91- and 95-octane gasoline, with local bioethanol prioritized over imports. The proposal aims to support rural production and energy independence, but drivers may see efficiency and maintenance concerns.
Panama has set a price cap on 91-octane gasoline and diesel for transport operators, aiming to ease operating costs in a sector hit hard by fuel prices. The move is likely to affect fares, logistics, and broader inflation pressures.
Panama lawmakers are questioning how Fedebeis handles ticket sales and international baseball funds, including $750,000 tied to the World Baseball Classic. The dispute has intensified as provincial leagues say they are left to survive with little financial support.
Ampyme and CoNEP signed an agreement to offer mentorship for small and medium-sized entrepreneurs across Panama. The initiative also renews calls for a framework law to make entrepreneurship easier.
Panama has postponed the start of its planned ethanol blend in gasoline, which had been set for April 2026. The delay leaves the country’s current fuel mix unchanged for now.
AI is helping enterprise IT teams move from reacting to outages to predicting them before users are affected. The shift is especially important in complex hybrid environments that span cloud and private infrastructure.
Panama City Hall said new 2026 vehicle plates will go directly to car dealerships for first-time registrations. The ATTT has already delivered the first batch of 19,940 plates.
INADEH completed the second edition of its Dual Professional Training Program in Logistics, supporting workforce development in one of Panama’s most strategic sectors. The initiative ties classroom learning to practical experience.
Panama Canal traffic is rising as shipping companies reroute vessels amid conflict in the Middle East and uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz. The shift highlights the canal’s role as a key alternative in global trade.
The Panama Canal is seeing increased traffic as the war in the Middle East pushes more ships to seek a safer, shorter route. The shift highlights the canal’s continuing strategic importance in global trade.
Initial winners have surfaced in Panama’s power supply call, signaling progress in a procurement process that could shape the country’s electricity outlook. More details on final awards and supply volumes are still pending.
U.S. gasoline prices have climbed above $4 per gallon, their highest level since 2022, after disruptions tied to the Strait of Hormuz raised global energy concerns. The move highlights how geopolitical tensions can quickly affect fuel markets worldwide.
The Panama Canal has updated its process for reviewing the Corozal and Telfers terminal projects, a move with potential implications for Panama’s logistics sector. The update points to continued planning around infrastructure tied to the canal corridor.
The European Union is being urged to prepare for a possible breakdown of the fragile US-China trade truce, which could renew pressure on rare earths, chips and global supply chains. The warning highlights risks for Europe’s security posture and wider trade stability.