Water levels of the Rhine River continue to decline, and according to current weather forecasts, no significant rainfall is expected in the coming days. The Kaub gauge is approaching the 81 cm mark and is expected to drop below it shortly. As a result, the loading capacity of our inland vessels will be further reduced.
At present, average waiting times for the handling of our barges in the seaports are:
Antwerp: 128 hours
Rotterdam: 85 hours
At present, average waiting times for the handling of our barges in the seaports are:
Antwerp: 113 hours
Rotterdam: 77 hours
As of 1 April 2025, Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) will further increase the existing peak surcharge for truck transports.
Contargo continues to waive the charging of an Energy Rail Floater (ERF) for its own train connections. However, we must pass on the energy surcharges for train products carried out by third party operators. Below is an overview of the ERF applicable in the second quarter of 2025.