Panama Market Access

Global Business Gateway

Panama’s internal market is relatively small, and the real opportunity lies in using the country as a stepping stone to markets in Latin America, the United States, Canada, Asia, and Europe. Strategically located at the center of the Americas, between North and South America, Panama has historically been the link between North, South, East, and West. This is why so many investors see the benefits of using Panama as the first step towards success in surrounding markets.

Panama is the Best-Connected Country in America

Grow your business with Panama’s global connectivity. Due to its unique position in world trade, Panama is a bridge for new business opportunities that benefit from valuable logistics assets by air, sea, and land.

Ports on Both Oceans

Panama is the only country in the world with a terminal with access to two oceans – the Atlantic and the Pacific. Its annual cargo load of more than seven million containers a year defines them as the most active ports in Latin America.

The Hub of the Americas

With more than 132,000 direct flights annually to 90 destinations in 35 countries, Tocumen International Airport is the best connected in Latin America, establishing direct connections to all the major cities and capitals on the continent, reaching Europe and beyond.

Inter-oceanic Railroad

Connects the ports on the Atlantic and the Pacific over a distance of only 80 km, streamlining the transportation of cargo.

Telecommunications 4.5Mb/s

The highest internet download speed in Central America and virtually unlimited bandwidth.

Panama also enjoys excellent relations with the United States, Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, and the European Union, making it an attractive base for companies from all over the world. In addition, Panama is a signatory to multiple bilateral investment protection and double taxation treaties, covering most of the world’s markets and facilitating international business.