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An Expanded Panama Canal Takes Logistics into Uncharted Waters

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An Expanded Panama Canal Takes Logistics into Uncharted Waters.Connect. These big ships are expected to alter the distribution of cargo between U.S. How much of a shift, and the logistics implications, are the subject of much debate. Editor’s note: This post originally ran in February. East and West Coast ports.

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An Expanded Panama Canal Takes Logistics into Unchartered Waters

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These big ships are expected to alter the distribution of cargo between U.S. How much of a shift, and the logistics implications, are the subject of much debate. But the strain on port handling capacity is only one of the challenges raised by the new generation of mega-size container vessels. East and West Coast ports.

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Interoceanic Passages

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Chokepoints (or bottlenecks) are a term used to describe the most crucial strategic marine routes because they: Capacity limitations. Chokepoints commonly have shallow, constricting depths, which hinder navigation and place restrictions on ship capacity. Additionally, a potential route through Nicaragua was examined.

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