SHIPS
are still unable to sail fully loaded on the Rhine and Danube
as low
water levels since the summer continue to impact cargo movement.
The
Rhine is too shallow to allow vessels to sail with full loads in its entire
length south of Cologne and Duisburg, while the Danube is too low for ships to
sail with full loads along the German section of the river, reported Maritime
Executive of Fort Lauderdale.
The
low water levels have prompted vessel operators to impose surcharges on freight
rates because more vessels are needed to transport cargo, increasing shipper
costs.
"Rain
and snow is forecast in the Rhine catchment areas this week which could raise
water levels," a trader said. "People are hoping the wetter winter
weather will solve the problem of low water at last."
Source
: HKSG.
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