Adjustment of Low Water Surcharge - Level Cologne

Due to persistently low precipitation, the Cologne level is expected, according to the latest forecast, to fall below a water level of 106 cm starting. Owing to the restricted loading depth of barges, we are required to deploy additional barge capacity on the market.

Please note that, until further notice, the following low water surcharges apply for water levels below 106 cm at the Cologne level for all terminals from Koblenz to Cologne (Bonn/Koblenz):

The increase in surcharges compared to previous low-water periods is largely due to the significant rise in ship charter costs.

Please also note that we may need to adjust the low water surcharges in line with daily market conditions and water level developments. The currently valid surcharges and water levels are published on our website at www.contargo.net and in our daily water level updates.

We would like to point out that our transport obligation stops at water levels of less or equal 105 cm at Cologne. Nevertheless, we are making every possible effort to continue transporting your containers.

We kindly ask for your understanding and request that you forward this information to all relevant colleagues in your organization. 

Should you have any questions or require further information, our team will be happy to assist you.