A prolonged heatwave and drought have pushed water levels on the Rhine close to non-navigable levels, disrupting one of Europe's most important inland freight corridors.
The impact is already being felt across the logistics network:
🚢 Barges are operating with 20–60% less cargo capacity.
🚛 More freight is shifting to road transport, adding congestion around Antwerp and Rotterdam.
🚆 Rail is absorbing some of the volumes—but available capacity remains limited.
With inland waterways under pressure and alternative transport modes already stretched, businesses may face longer transit times, higher freight costs, and increased planning challenges.
As climate-related disruptions become more frequent, building resilient, flexible supply chains is no longer optional—it's essential.
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