The Ever Given, a Panamanian skyscraper-sized vessel, turned sideways on Tuesday, becoming wedged in the Suez Canal. (Credit: Suez Canal Authority via Storyful) SUEZ, Egypt - Roughly 50 vessels pass through the Suez Canal each day, but that number will be much lower until authorities can dislodge a cargo ship that’s blocking one of the world’s busiest shipping routes.The Ever Given, a Panamanian skyscraper-sized vessel, turned sideways on Tuesday, becoming wedged in the canal.