Hafen Nordenham: demand for two -track expansion after bridge accident

Hafen Nordenham: demand for two -track expansion after bridge accident

economic effects due to delayed rail traffic

In the Wesermarsch region, the operator of the Nordenham port, Andreas Sichau, is alerted on the continuing effects of a recent accident at the railway bridge in Elsfleth. The incident, which led to an interruption of the rail connection between Nordenham and Hude, is considered a critical problem for the business processes in the port.

The Accidental incident

The accident occurred on July 23, when an inland ship collided against the railway bridge. This makeshift bridge, which was only damaged in February, once again suffered significant damage, which caused both the bridge house and the overhead line. Rail traffic has been set for an indefinite period since then, and the repair work is expected to take several weeks.

The demand for infrastructure improvements

Andreas Sichau is now calling for a two -track expansion of the rail connection. The entire rail logistics of the port currently depends on a single track. "The entire rail traffic to and from the port of Nordenham, which regularly comprises around 10,000 tons per week, is on the brink," explains Sicherau and therefore urgently demands improvements in the infrastructure.

despair of port operators

The interruption of rail traffic has direct consequences for the operating processes of the port and ensures uncertainty among customers. Sichau emphasizes that he tries to cushion the effects as far as possible. Nevertheless, it is not always possible to change the freight to inland ships or trucks, which exacerbates the economic damage to the port.

inland navigation continues to be restricted

The Weser-Jade-Nordsee waterway and shipping office informs that inland ships can now pass the affected area again, but the passage under the bridge remains one-lane. Joachim Niezgodka from the WSA reports that about twelve ships pass the bridge every day, with occasional waiting times.

FAZIT

The events around the railway bridge in Elsfleth illustrate the importance of a robust and well -developed traffic infrastructure for the economic stability of the region. The port of Nordenham is not alone with the challenges that arise from such accidents. Requirements for a comprehensive review and improvement of the existing rail connections are becoming increasingly important in order to avoid similar incidents in the future and to ensure the economic basis of the region.

- Nag