Opened in 1869, the canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Gulf of Suez and the Red Sea. It provides the fastest crossing between the Atlantic and Indian oceans.

Suez Canal Authority Chairman Osama Rabie has confirmed that the Red Sea crisis has not led to the development of a viable alternative route to the canal, while also highlighting positive signs ...

(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) The chairperson of the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), Admiral Osama Rabie, has discussed the impact of developments in the Red Sea region with Soren Toft, the CEO of ...

Egypt said Wednesday that maritime security in the Red Sea has improved in recent months, calling on foreign governments and shipping firms to reroute vessels back to the Suez Canal.

He noted positive signs for regional stability, mentioning ships adjusting their routes back to the Suez Canal, per an SCA statement. The Red Sea tensions have affected the canal's revenues ...