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  1. Due to issues in the Middle East, the Panama Canal is being utilized as an alternative to the Suez route, with trade pivoting away from the Strait of Hormuz.
  2. Diversion around Africa is increasing costs and time as transit risks affect the Suez Canal and Strait of Hormuz.

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz almost came to a standstill on August 15, 2026.

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Aug 19
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What happened

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Transit through the Strait of Hormuz almost came to a standstill on August 15, 2026.

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Diversion around Africa is increasing costs and time as transit risks affect the Suez Canal and Strait of Hormuz.

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Within Due to issues in the Middle East, the Panama Canal is being utilized as an alternative to the Suez route, with trade pivoting away from the Strait of Hormuz.

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