Rhine water levels rise after rain but shipping problems continue for Germany
- Water levels on Germany’s river Rhine have risen sharply following recent rainfall, the national inland navigation agency said on Monday, though shipping hurdles remain despite vessels carrying increased cargo.
- Historic lows earlier in August pushed up transport expenses, created logistics bottlenecks and restricted industrial output.
- Inland navigation body WSV said the navigable gauge at the Kaub chokepoint near Koblenz stood at roughly 72 cm on Monday, rising from 60 cm on Friday.
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- Water levels on Germany’s river Rhine have risen sharply following recent rainfall, the national inland navigation agency said on Monday, though shipping hurdles remain despite vessels carrying increased cargo.
- Historic lows earlier in August pushed up transport expenses, created logistics bottlenecks and restricted industrial output.
- Inland navigation body WSV said the navigable gauge at the Kaub chokepoint near Koblenz stood at roughly 72 cm on Monday, rising from 60 cm on Friday.
Sources: The Independent