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On the record: Texas well-positioned as Panama Canal expands: a conversation with retired U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Bill Diehl


Abstract: Capt. Diehl, president of the Greater Houston Port Bureau, was U.S. Coast Guard liaison officer to the Panama Canal Authority from 2004 to 2006. A maritime safety, security and environmental response expert, he served on the operational managers board, charged with moving up to 14,000 vessels safely through the canal each year. Capt. Diehl discusses the importance of the Panama Canal to U.S. shipping, and the recent expansion of the canal.

Keywords: International trade; Shipping;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Part of Series: Southwest Economy

Publication Date: 2010

Issue: Q3

Pages: 8-9

Order Number: 3