Adjustment of the congestion surcharge for western ports

Over the past few weeks, the situation at the seaports of Rotterdam and Antwerp has significantly worsened. In addition to the ongoing issues with delays in ocean vessel arrivals, further structural changes have added to the challenges. New shipping alliances and shifts in service areas have led to major disruptions in operational processes. Many seaport terminals report that they have already reached their capacity limits, and productivity at the terminals has declined significantly.

UPDATE: Congestion in Antwerp and Rotterdam

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

Antwerp: 81 hours

Rotterdam: 77 hours

Low Water Update – 10 April 2025

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.

UPDATE: Congestion in Antwerp and Rotterdam

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

Antwerp: 128 hours

Rotterdam: 85 hours

UPDATE: Congestion in Antwerp and Rotterdam

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

Antwerp: 113 hours

Rotterdam: 77 hours