Warning Strikes Announced at German Seaports

Ver.di has confirmed 24-hour warning strikes at several German seaport terminals from August 17, 2026, 10:00 PM to August 18, 2026, 10:00 PM. The affected terminals include Hamburg (EUROGATE, HHLA CTA and Burchardkai), Bremerhaven (CTB and NTB), and Wilhelmshaven (EUROGATE).

Current Low Water Levels – Important Information for Our Customers

Currently, there are low water levels, and we would like to inform you about the current gauge levels at Emmerich, Ruhrort, Köln, and Kaub.

Closure of the Kurt Schumacher Bridge between Mannheim and Ludwigshafen

Due to structural damage at the northern bridge approach of the Kurt Schumacher Bridge, the bridge will be closed to all road traffic in both directions from 5 August.

Adjustment of Low Water Surcharge - Level Emmerich / Duisburg-Ruhrort / Cologne / Kaub

Water levels at all monitored gauges are currently at a critical level.

Please note the following low-water surcharges until further notice.

UPDATE: Congestion in Antwerp and Rotterdam

At present, average waiting times for the handling of our barges in the seaports are:

Antwerp: 58 hours

Rotterdam: 58 hours