Panama Canal completes expansion of Culebra Cut

摘要

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has completed the dredging to deepen and widen the navigational channels along Culebra Cut as part of the Expansion Programme. This marks another important milestone for the Panama Canal expansion. The dredging works started in March 2008, with the drilling by Panama Canal personnel on-board of the drill barge Baru. "This important achievement fills with pride each man and woman that works within the organisation," Panama Canal Administrator Jorge L Quijano said. "Gradually, we are completing all the projects that make up the Expansion Programme."