Panama Canal backup forces detours for Asia-bound grain ships

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A severe drought that has cut ship traffic through the Panama Canal is having ripple effects on the global food supply chain, forcing U.S. grain carriers bound for Asia to take lengthy detours through the Suez Canal or around southern Africa. Maritime transport accounts for over 80% of global...

https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/panama-canal-backup-forces-detours-for-asia-bound-grain-ships/

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