The Panama Canal is extending the operating hours of its Transit Reservation Office and updating its Reservation System to provide faster, more accessible service for customers.
Starting October 5, 2025, the office will operate from 07:00 to 22:00 local time, enabling clients in distant time zones to complete transactions without waiting until the next business day. All transactions, including auctions, can be carried out during these extended hours, while tie-breaking competitions will continue at their regular times.
In addition, beginning with reservations dated October 7, 2025, Reservation Period 3 will close daily at 15:00 local time, for both weekdays and weekends, across all vessel categories: Neopanamax, Supers, and Regular.
These changes reflect the Panama Canal’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the maritime industry and improving customer service.
