Vessels transiting the Panama Canal locks Superyacht agency services in Panama

Panama-based maritime agency · available 24/7

Panama Canal Transit & Premium Maritime Agency Services

Discreet, end-to-end support for superyachts, luxury expeditions, cruise operations and commercial vessels across Panama.

24/7Panama operations
2013Founded in Panama
2 coastsAtlantic & Pacific
Founded 2013 Licensed by Panama Maritime Authority Member of the Panama Maritime Chamber EcoVadis Commitment Badge Member of World League of Agents

Industry memberships, platforms & recognitions

World League of Agents Panama Maritime Chamber Asociacion de Turismo Nautico de Panama Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association EcoVadis World League of Agents Panama Maritime Chamber Asociacion de Turismo Nautico de Panama Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association EcoVadis

Highest-intent service

Panama Canal transit handled with precision.

Navigating the Panama Canal requires local expertise, fast coordination and careful documentation. Transshipping Agents manages the process from the first request to final departure, keeping captains, owners, managers and operators informed at every stage.

Before transit

Bookings, schedule coordination, accurate proformas, documentation and ACP formalities.

During transit

Operational updates, local lectures onboard coordination and line handlers assistance.

After transit

Departure clearance, bunkering, provisioning, concierge services, crew change and Final D/A.

Tailored support for every vessel

One local team for every maritime requirement in Panama.

Vessel clearance coordination onboard

Vessel & Yacht Clearance

Immigration, customs and entry or departure formalities in full compliance with Panamanian regulations.

Port services and vessel attendance in Panama

Port Services

Port call coordination, boarding assistance, agency representation and operational support at main ports and marinas.

Bunkering and vessel service coordination in Panama

Bunkering Support

Fuel delivery through trusted suppliers, with independent surveyors for quality and quantity verification.

Flower arrangement coordinated for a yacht concierge service in Panama

Concierge Services

Helicopter transfers, private transport, hotel and restaurant reservations, flower arrangements and destination experiences.

Crew logistics and guest transportation assistance

Crew Care & Logistics

Visas, embarkation, disembarkation, ground transport, medical appointments, hotels and luggage assistance.

Transshipping Agents delivering ship spares and supplies to a vessel in Panama

Customs & Logistics

Spares in transit, bonded goods, import/export coordination, warehousing and cold chain handling.

Custom flower arrangement prepared onboard for yacht guests Superyacht agency support and premium guest logistics in Panama

Panamanian hospitality onboard

More than operations. A memorable Panama experience.

From private transfers and VIP reservations to curated local products, shore experiences and destination planning, the agency can turn a technical stop into a high-value guest experience.

  • Luxury local provisioning and cold chain logistics
  • Private guest movements and VIP reservations
  • Expert lecturers for Panama Canal storytelling
  • Custom cruising itineraries and private anchorages

Cruising itineraries in Panama

From a Canal transit to a curated Panama itinerary.

From Bocas del Toro and San Blas to the Pearl Islands and Coiba National Park, Panama offers endless cruising possibilities. Transshipping Agents creates personalized itineraries with private anchorages, local experiences and logistics support.

Cruising itineraries map of Panama showing Bocas del Toro, Panama Canal, Guna Yala and Pacific destinations
Panama becomes part of the experience. Our team connects the technical side of the operation with guest-ready destinations, provisioning and shore logistics.

Cruising itineraries in Panama

Position Panama as a destination, not only a transit.

Where we attend

National support across Panama’s key maritime areas.

Operations cover the Panama Canal area, major commercial terminals, cruise facilities, marinas and cruising destinations on both the Atlantic and Pacific sides.

Pacific Side

Balboa Port, Panama Cruise Terminal, Ocean Reef, Balboa Yacht Club, La Playita Amador, Flamenco.

Caribbean Side

Cristobal Port, Shelter Bay Marina, Linton Bay, Turtle Cay, Colon 2000 and commercial terminals.

Destinations

Bocas del Toro, Portobelo, San Blas, Pearl Islands, Coiba, Parida, Islas Secas, Isla Iguana, Playa Venao.

Leadership

Founded by Nydia Rodriguez in 2013.

With more than two decades of maritime experience, Nydia Rodriguez founded Transshipping Agents to combine efficiency, integrity and personalized service for vessels visiting Panama.

Nydia Rodriguez, Founder and CEO of Transshipping Agents, at a Panama marina
Nydia Rodriguez Founder & CEO
Quick to act Trusted discretion Ethical operations Tailored service Always in touch Proactive solutions

Responsible operations

Sustainability and ethics are part of the service standard.

Transshipping Agents has been awarded the EcoVadis Commitment Badge, recognizing ongoing dedication to responsible business practices and continuous improvement.

Read about our commitment
Environmental Stewardship
Labor & Human Rights
Ethical Business Conduct
Sustainable Procurement

Flavors of Panama

A gastronomic experience at sea.

Through local producers and chef partnerships, the agency can bring authentic Panamanian flavors onboard, from tropical fruits and cacao from Bocas del Toro to world-renowned Panama Geisha coffee.

Discover local provisioning
Tropical fruits used for premium onboard provisioning in Panama

The people behind the operation

A Panama team built for discretion, timing and detail.

Meet the operations, boarding, logistics and administration team supporting yachts, expeditions and commercial vessels across Panama.

Nydia Rodriguez representing Transshipping Agents at a Panama marina Leo Waterman supporting yacht operations at a Panama marina Ericka Evans boarding a vessel during maritime operations in Panama Ana Diaz assisting onboard a vessel in Panama Angelica D'Angelo supporting a superyacht operation in Panama Yariel supporting a superyacht operation in Panama Omar Roman coordinating documentation at a Panama cruise terminal
Key Contacts

Explore Transshipping

See Panama through our operations and destinations.

24/7 maritime assistance in Panama

Call for Canal transit, clearance, port services, bunkering or guest logistics.

Mobiles: +507 6997-4215 (24/7) · +507 6747-2209 (24/7) · Office: +507 383-0567 · [email protected]