Construction Magazine June 2015 | Page 112

PANAMA CANAL AUTHORITY
Since 1999 , the ACP has performed ongoing endeavors to provide efficient management , preservation , profitability , maintenance and improvements of the canal
The ACP is also supporting different restoration projects for environmental rehabilitation of swamps surrounding the canal , and also for rescuing possible archeological findings in the excavation areas .
“ We are contributing to our country ’ s culture by partnering government entities with private enterprises and the area ’ s residents for mutual benefit ,” the executive said .
Innovations in Panama Canal ’ s Expansion
The following proven , innovative solutions were considered when the new expansion locks were designed :
• Rolling lock-gates : These will allow
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