The massive locks are the most costly and complex parts of the expansion program, as well as the source of contention between the canal authority and the construction consortium. 

Though embroiled in a financial dispute with its main contractor, the Panama Canal Authority doesn’t envision delays that would push its massive expansion project past its late 2015 launch date, a top canal…

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As managing editor of Global Atlanta, Trevor has spent 15+ years reporting on Atlanta’s ties with the world. An avid traveler, he has undertaken trips to 30+ countries to uncover stories on the perils...