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Congestion charges look set to become a permanent fixture on Europe’s inland waterways, as the logistics sector battles back from the havoc wrought by July flooding.

Hapag-Lloyd announced last week that, from 15 September, it would raise rates from €135 ($160) per teu and €155 per 40ft to €140 and €170, respectively – noting the new rates remained subject to fuel, IMO, congestion and high- or low-water surcharges.

One source told The Loadstar: “I’m losing track of all these changes and charges ...

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