Maritime ship-supply activity in Panama increased sharply in July, with 1,431 vessels receiving services during the month. That represents a 26.3% increase compared with 1,133 vessels in July 2025, according to preliminary data from the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP). The authority confirmed the July figures in its latest maritime-services update. Containerships lead demand Containerships represented the largest vessel segment using ship-supply services during July. A total of 485 containerships received supplies, up from 395 in the same month last year. That represents an increase of around 23% year over year . Tankers followed with 292 vessels, while 276 bulk carriers received services. The activity also covered 118 chemical tankers and 72 gas carriers, alongside fishing and other cargo vessels. July marks strongest month of 2026 According to the AMP, July recorded the highest level of ship-supply activity so far this year . Between January and July, 9,367 vessels received ship-supply services in Panama. Activity was relatively evenly divided between the country’s two coastlines. The Atlantic accounted for 747 vessels, or 52.2% of the total, while the Pacific handled 684 vessels. Maritime suppliers benefit from higher activity The increase also generated demand for Panama’s maritime service providers. During July, vessels received around 234,000 kilograms of food and 149,000 litres of water . Suppliers also delivered auxiliary equipment, maritime safety equipment and other provisions. The AMP reported that 128 companies are currently authorised to provide ship-supply services to vessels in Panama. The figures highlight Panama’s role not only as a major maritime transit route, but also as a hub for services supporting international shipping. The post Panama ship-supply activity jumps 26% as containership demand rises appeared first on Container News .