Suez Canal

The Suez Canal runs through the Isthmus of Suez and connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea. Today the canal is controlled by Egypt and about 50 ships travel through the canal each day. The unique geographical position of the Suez Canal makes it of special importance to the world. Saving in distance, time, and in operating costs for vessels that transit the Canal, also firm up this importance. The canal lets goods to be transported in a faster and more fuel saving way.