The Suez Canal is one of the most vital and busiest trade routes in the world, known to be the shortest link between the east and west due to its unique geographic location. It’s an essential route not only for trade and overseas transport but also for non-commercial and passenger ships.

Our experts Hany Maamoun, Senior Counsel and Karim Marouny, Senior Associate, in our Port Said, Egypt, office discuss the aftermath of the 2021 blockage of the canal by Ever Given and explore the reasons behind the famous incident.

Tune in and listen to our Tamimi Talks episode to uncover the latest transport and logistics developments in the region, legal framework for the Suez Canal, and lessons learned from previous major grounding incidents that took place.