Maersk: German Terminal Action, Rhine Low Water Strain European Port Connectivity

Summary

Maersk's September Europe update cites ongoing operational pressure at North European gateways: recent industrial action at German terminals hit Hamburg, Bremerhaven and Wilhelmshaven, while low water on the Rhine has cut barge capacity and disrupted inland terminals in the Netherlands and Germany. Belgian terminals have since normalized after a pilot shortage eased. The carrier urges early booking, accurate forecasts and prompt import-container pickup to keep terminal fluidity as Golden Week approaches.