Congestion and capacity shortage in Europe sees barge surcharges soar 150%
Barge surcharges in Europe have soared 150%, due to hinterland congestion and container transport’s need ...
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Low water levels resulting from a lengthy heatwave across Europe have forced the closure of the Rhine for the first time in four years.
Closure of the German waterway was announced late on Friday as water levels on the Kaub gauge hit 37cm – 41cm is necessary for operations, albeit at reduced loads, and many operators have been many running barge services at 20% capacity.
And over the weekend, water levels dropped to 32cm.
Barge operator Contargo said: “For reasons of safety we ...
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