Rhine Shipping Costs Rise as Water Levels Drop
Water levels on the Rhine river in Germany have fallen again following dry weather this week. Cargo shipping costs are rising as vessels are forced to sail part-loaded and freight is shifted to road and rail transport.
Cargo shipping costs in Germany spiked on Friday as falling Rhine water levels forced vessels to sail part-loaded and transfer freight to road and rail. The drop follows a dry week across river catchment areas, renewing logistical strain for industrial producers. Transport rates for tankers from Rotterdam to Karlsruhe jumped to €165–€170 per ton, up from €100 the previous week.
