Wegen Niedrigwasser am Rhein: Bilger erwägt, Lkw-Fahrverbot an Sonntagen aufzuheben
Am Rhein droht der Schiffsverkehr wegen Niedrigwasser zu versiegen. Der Verkehrsminister kann sich vorstellen, Lkw auch an Sonn- und Feiertagen fahren zu lassen, um den Verkehrsfluss zu verlagern.
Bundesverkehrsminister Steffen Bilger (CDU) has announced several short-term measures following a low-water expert conference in Bonn, aimed at helping the economy maintain supply chains on key waterways like the Rhine, Danube, and Elbe. Despite the unpredictable weather, Bilger stated, "We could ensure our economy fares better during these challenging weeks."
He discussed potential exemptions from the trucking ban on Sundays and holidays for particularly affected goods, as well as faster approval for heavy transport rerouted to roads. Bilger has already spoken to the states and received a strong willingness to cooperate. The federal highway operator was instructed to avoid unnecessary construction site delays affecting traffic alternatives.
The rail freight company DB Cargo pledged to support the water-stressed industry, increase rail freight, and coordinate with energy providers to develop loading strategies, Bilger added. The extreme low water presents a concrete economic challenge and a concern for supply, he concluded after the meeting.
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