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the Panama Canal and on to Irving s refinery in Saint John N B A company official on May 1 confirmed
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to Europe and closer to South America and South Asia via the Suez Canal compared to ships from the U S Gulf
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to Asia from the Pacific Coast is shorter than from the U S Gulf Coast and avoids Panama Canal congestion
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shipping schedules via the Suez Canal But icebreaking vessels are still needed to keep trade lanes open
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freight costs while also avoiding Panama Canal transit fees Being competitive in China is essential