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30 October 2026

Panama Canal appoints Tommy Thomsen as Advisory Board chairman

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Panama Canal appoints Tommy Thomsen as Advisory Board chairman

The Panama Canal has appointed Danish shipping executive Tommy Thomsen as chairman of its Advisory Board, succeeding Admiral William J. Flanagan. The leadership change took place during the Board’s 41st meeting, held from 26 to 28 October 2026. The meeting focused on global maritime trade challenges and the Canal’s strategic development plans. Board members also reviewed water management, revenue diversification and the waterway’s competitiveness.

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