The level of Europe’s river, the Rhine, is at a historic low. This is a key route for transporting goods.
It is used to transport hydrocarbons, chemicals, grain and goods.
With the lowering of the level, it means that in the near future fewer ships will be able to pass. With the consequent increase in prices.
To alleviate the problem, rail transport began to be used more. Still shipping companies started ordering shallow draft vessels.
There is also the problem that the quantities of coal will not be able to be transported satisfactorily by rail, which means that road transport will also be needed.
Another problem with the low river level is that ships will find it harder to load and unload.
[Source: http://www.newmoney.gr]
