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El Niño Eyes Panama Canal Again: Drought Delays for Your Next iPhone

Forget smooth sailing. El Niño's drought threat at the Panama Canal means jammed ships, skyrocketing freight rates, and you paying more for basics. Lars Jensen's warning? Spot on.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 3 min read
Panama Canal ships queued amid low water levels during El Niño drought

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • El Niño forecast threatens Panama Canal low water levels by year-end, risking severe shipping delays. 𝕏
  • Shippers face skyrocketing rates and diversions, with consumers paying higher prices for goods. 𝕏
  • Panama's PR on water management feels like spin; real fixes like new reservoirs lag behind. 𝕏
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Originally reported by JOC Journal of Commerce

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