Maersk Implements EUR 625 Surcharge as Rhine Low Water Halts Andernach Terminal

Due to the current low water conditions on the Rhine River and the rapidly declining water levels, barge operators have informed us that vessels are no longer able to call at Andernach Inland Terminal.

As a result, containers previously planned to move via Andernach may be discharged at alternative locations and require onward transportation to their destination.

To maintain service continuity, Maersk has implemented alternative operational arrangements. These measures result in significant additional transportation and handling costs.

Temporary Andernach Contingency Surcharge

Effective immediately and until further notice, the following surcharge will apply:

Direction	Charge Description	Amount
Export	Landside Contingency Origin	EUR 625 per container
Import	Landside Contingency Destination	EUR 625 per container

Applicability

• Import and export cargo moving via Andernach Inland Terminal.
• Applicable to all inland origins and destinations served through Andernach, including but not limited to Polch and Eberhahn.
• Effective immediately for all impacted shipments until regular barge operations to Andernach can be restored.

Important Notice Regarding Low Water Surcharge

The Low Water Surcharge (LWS) remains applicable in accordance with Maersk's previously published Low Water Advisory and methodology. The contingency surcharge described in this advisory is separate from the LWS and reflects the additional costs associated with the temporary alternative routing solution via Nijmegen.

The low water situation is an exceptional and unforeseeable situation that is beyond our control and cannot be predicted, neither severity nor duration. We will do our utmost to manage the cargo flows efficiently throughout.

We appreciate your understanding and support.

Should you have any questions, please contact your local Maersk representative or visit our website for the latest updates.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.