About Us

Erick Galvez
info@centenarioconsulting. com
Whatsapp +507 6676-1376

Established in January 2005, Centenario Consulting Services is an accredited Ship Agency registered and certified by both the Panama Maritime Authority and the Panama Canal Authority. We serve the Atlantic and Pacific terminals as well as their surrounding areas, encompassing all national ports within the country. As part of the Air Sea Express Cargo S.A. group of companies and in collaboration with AQG Ship Brokers, Isthmian Steamship Co SA, General Port Services, we offer a comprehensive range of services and expertise to the maritime community. Our network of service providers further guarantees top-notch assistance for our esteemed clients.

Yacht Services

Yacht formalities refer to the administrative procedures and requirements that yacht owners and operators must adhere to when entering or operating within certain maritime jurisdictions. These formalities typically include Panama Port Authority check in and check out, immigration procedures, port entry documentation, payment of fees and taxes, compliance with safety regulations, and any other legal requirements specific to the jurisdiction. Yacht formalities ensure that vessels and their passengers comply with local laws and regulations while promoting safety, security, and efficient operations in ports and waterways.

 

The Panama Canal transit for yachts involves the process of navigating through the Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, with the assistance of Canal authorities. Yachts must adhere to specific procedures and requirements to transit the canal, including obtaining proper documentation, scheduling transit dates, paying transit fees, and complying with safety regulations.

Typically, yacht owners or operators need to apply for a transit slot in advance, providing details such as vessel dimensions, draft, pictures and intended transit date. Once approved, the yacht is assigned a transit advisor who assists with navigating through the locks and channels of the canal safely.

During the transit, yachts are subject to the rules and regulations set forth by the Panama Canal Authority, including speed limits, safety protocols, and environmental guidelines. Additionally, yachts may be required to hire line handlers or use line-handling services, meals, fenders and lines provided by the agent for securing the vessel during transit.

Overall, Panama Canal transit for yachts involves careful planning, coordination, and adherence to regulations to ensure a smooth and successful passage through this vital waterway.

Reference

Martina and Peter
Martina and Peter
Tourist
Good morning It has been four days since our canal trip. We want to say thank you again. Evertyhing was perfectly organized and we were able to enjoy it. Best regards Martina and Peter SY Bummler Enero 24 2025
Susan Crowe
Susan Crowe
Tourist
Question about anchoring at chagres river Erick: You are amazing! Thank you for your well informed and wise counsel. That (“….boats moving during the night.”) would scare me to death, frankly. Susan Crowe. SY FIN Feb 2 2025
Peter Forbes
Peter Forbes
Tourist
Thank you for your great service Erick Peter Forbes. SY Supertramp Feb 4 2025
Lena and Trevor
Lena and Trevor
Tourists
January 15 2025 Hi Erick, We just want to thank you and your team for making the canal transit such a memorable experience. All the organisation and communication from your side took our anxiety away, and we could take it all in. Having José onboard for the line handling was another great decision and made rafting, mooring, and line handling in the locks so much easier. Have a great weekend, Lena and Trevor Zedna.
Erick
Erick
Tourist
We transited on 15 April as arranged and I thought we should email you tell you we felt the transit and the arrangements were effortless and the staff, including the line handlers and the pilots ( we had a pilot and a pilot in training on board), were competent, friendly and a pleasure to have on board. We plan on checking out of Panama on Friday or over the weekend and Jamie said you could assist with this. What do you need to do to assist us and is there any costs involved? Many thanks for your assistance. We would happily recommend your service to another taking on the transit.
Xavier
Xavier
January 11, 2017
M/Y Seven Sins , 41-50 , Captain Very efficient We have been using Centenario Consulting during our two Panama canal crossings (Southbound and Northbound). The agent Erick Galvez was very efficient in organising all the paper work (Check in/out, crew turn over, cruising permit, shopping, Furuno technician, etc...) and our registration with the Panama Canal Authorities. Mr Galvez also organised our barge bunkering after our crossing from the Marquesas. Centenario Consulting is offering a very competitive price and I look forward to working with the team again
Clémentine
Clémentine
September 11, 2018
S/Y Tara Expéditions , 31-40 , Logistics Manager Excellent service I would like to thank you for playing the role of Tara’s agent. The boat is now on its way to NEw York City, trying to avoid the hurricane (Florence). We are happy with your service and will definitely contact you again when sailing to Panama.
Emily & Walter
Emily & Walter
March 27, 2019
Sailing Yacht , 20-30 Our greatest admiration and respect goes out to Mario, Jose, Aldamir, and Jose Our vessel successfully completed the Panama Canal yesterday evening. James did a good job laying out the groundwork, delivering lines/fenders, and making the red-tape an easy process. I did use Supplies2MNPanama with your recommendations. They were prompt in their responses, and delivered to our vessel in a timely, efficient manner. We will be using them for our primary provision across the Pacific. However our greatest admiration and respect goes out to Mario, Jose, Aldamir, and Jose. We recommend your company for securing such efficient, polite, and respectful young men to assist us in the transit. We wish them well in their future successes.

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AIS is necessary.
Canal authorities and us need to see you to take screen shot and send to them for an arrival record.
At a certain point Ais will be mandatory if they continue not to see you.
Sailors are cheating requesting transit without been physically in canal waters.
This may create an additional fee to be
apply a charge of $350.00 per transit for Ais rental as per marine tariff but not currently applicable to yachts

Explanation of Pilot Delay Charge (Pacific to Atlantic Transit):

We recommend maintaining or improving your speed, of a minimum of 5 knots and up to 8 knots, to ensure you reach the last lock on time and complete a one-day transit.

Please be aware that if your vessel is scheduled for a full transit but fails to meet the timing, a penalty of $1,029.00 will apply. However, if your schedule is limited to transit up to the lake, no penalty will be incurred. Note that the canal authorities have the final say on whether your transit will be completed in one or two days, depending on traffic flow and available resources.

Colonel Goethals became the first Governor of the Panama Canal, confirmed unanimously by the Senate. Plans were made for a grand celebration to properly mark the official opening of the Panama Canal on August 15, 1914. The Panama Canal marks 110 years since its opening.

On the other hand, Old Panama turns 505 years old, after the attack of the pirate Morgan, the colonial authorities of the time decided not to rebuild the city, but to move part of the structure to what is known today as the Old Town. This occurred in 1673.

Back to normal canal Transit
a. Virtual Inspection Approval
b. Arrival to Canal waters to record arrival time and then be able to request a transit date.
c. Transit schedule request

During low season a two day transit
high season both two day transit and one day early morning start all the way
Schedule cannot be chosen is up to canal scheduler daily resources and canal advisor disponibility

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