Dear Valued Clients and Business Partners,
KADMAR Shipping is pleased to report a significant and accelerating recovery in traffic through the Suez Canal, reflecting renewed confidence in the Canal as the most efficient maritime route between Asia, the Middle East, the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
According to the latest statistics published by the Suez Canal Authority, October 2026 recorded the highest monthly traffic levels since the beginning of the Red Sea crisis:
- 1,490 vessels transited the Canal, compared with 1,128 vessels in October 2025 — an increase of 32%.
- Net tonnage reached 88 million tons, compared with 47 million tons — an increase of 86%.
- Canal revenues reached USD 724 million, compared with USD 373 million — an increase of 94%.
- Average daily traffic increased to approximately 48 vessels per day.
The recovery is being supported by the progressive return of major international carriers. CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd and COSCO have already restored selected services through the Canal, while Evergreen resumed transit on 8 November with the 16,556-TEU EVER EON. Further services are expected to return during the coming months.
While the return remains phased and subject to continuing security assessments, the current trend confirms the Suez Canal’s renewed operational and commercial advantages, including:
- Shorter voyage distances and transit times compared with the Cape of Good Hope route.
- Reduced fuel consumption and vessel deployment requirements.
- Improved schedule efficiency and fleet utilisation.
- Faster cargo delivery between Asia, the Mediterranean and Europe.
KADMAR Shipping provides complete 24/7 Suez Canal transit support, including:
- Preparation and updating of Proforma Disbursement Accounts — PDA.
- Canal toll estimates and comparison of applicable rebates.
- Review of vessel particulars, SCNT certificates and passage documentation.
- Transit booking, convoy planning and ETA monitoring.
- Coordination with the Suez Canal Authority, Port Said and Suez offices.
- Crew change, supplies, spares, bunkers and husbandry services.
- Final Disbursement Accounts and supporting documentation.
For a new or updated PDA, or to refresh the information and documentation required for passage, please contact:
KADMAR Shipping
Primary contact for transit planning, PDA preparation and operational requirements.
general@kadmar.com
Clients are kindly requested to provide the vessel’s latest ETA, full particulars, Suez Canal Net Tonnage Certificate, arrival draft, last and next ports, cargo details and any additional services required.
KADMAR’s experienced Suez Canal team remains ready around the clock to provide prompt, transparent and competitive support for every transit.
Yours faithfully,
Best Regards
KADMAR Shipping