Category: News from Panama

News from Panama

Copa Airlines Plans Aggressive Growth In 2025 To Position Panama As A Central Aviation And Tourism Powerhouse In The America

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Copa Airlines, a key subsidiary of Copa Holdings, S.A. and a proud member of the Star Alliance global airline network, has unveiled a comprehensive and forward-looking expansion and investment roadmap for 2025. This strategic initiative is aimed at reinforcing the importance of the Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, while simultaneously […]

May 16, 2025

Panama drives regional digital transformation with the closing of its first Blockchain Week

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After an intense week of activities, Panama Blockchain Week 2025 culminated in reaffirming the role of Panama City as one of the new Latin American epicenters for the blockchain ecosystem, promoting regional dialogue around regulation, technological inclusion and financial innovation. For three days (April 22 to 24), the Panama Convention Center became the meeting point for leaders, innovators and […]

May 9, 2025

President of Panama will attend Ocean Summit in France

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In his traditional weekly conference, the president indicated that at that world meeting he will reaffirm his commitment to the defense of nature and the protection of the seas of the Central American country. He also confirmed that, together with the Minister of the Environment, Juan Carlos Navarro, he will soon sanction the Marrakesh Treaty, […]

May 9, 2025

Panama celebrates World Migratory Bird Day 2025

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On the occasion of World Migratory Bird Day, which is celebrated on May 10, the Ministry of the Environment highlighted the importance of conserving these essential species for the balance of ecosystems. Thanks to its strategic location, Panama is a key point of rest and feeding for migratory birds that cross the continent. According to Audubon Panama, the […]

May 9, 2025

Panama enables the new Electronic Ship Registry for all users

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With this implementation, Panama strengthens its position as a leader in innovation within the global maritime sector. The Maritime Authority of Panama (AMP) announced on Monday the official authorization of the new Electronic Registry of Ships (REN), a digital platform that is now available to all users from 8:00 a.m. today, according to the General […]

May 9, 2025

Panama-David-Frontera train: Government presents route and projects a logistical revolution in the country

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The national secretary of the Railway, Henry Faarup, announced that the route of the Panama-David-Frontera Train has already been defined, including the stations, as part of one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the country. The design includes a 3-hour journey, with trains that will reach speeds of up to 180 kilometers per hour for passengers and […]

May 9, 2025

United Is About to Start Flying a New Nonstop Route to Panama 

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United’s new flights between San Francisco and Panama’s Tocumen International Airport. The new flight, which takes about seven hours, connects Silicon Valley and the financial hub of Central America, and it’s starting on May 22. So what about prices? The flights have fares at $827 in economy right now now, operated on Boeing’s 737 MAX 8 aircraft.  […]

May 9, 2025

Quentin Turko challenges one of the largest waves surfed in Panama

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Renowned American surfer Quentin Turko recently challenged one of the largest waves ever surfed in Silverbacks, the powerful and legendary breaker located in Bocas del Toro, Bastimentos Island. The episode, widely commented on in international media, was documented in an article by the writer and surfer, Zander Morton for Surfer Magazine, where Turko recounted his […]

May 9, 2025