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(5 articles)BASF Shifts to Rail as Rhine River Hits Historic Low
BASF, Europe's largest chemical producer, is reassessing its transportation strategy as the Rhine River—a critical artery for chemical and bulk commodity transport—reaches historically low water level
Rhine River Low Levels Force Supply Chain Rethink Across Europe
Record-low water levels on the Rhine River represent a structural challenge to European inland waterway freight—a critical yet often-overlooked supply chain artery. The Rhine carries approximately 10%
Rhine Drought Crisis: Supply Chains Face New Climate Reality
Record-low water levels on the Rhine River represent a critical inflection point for European supply chain resilience. The Rhine serves as a vital artery for bulk cargo transport across Central and We
Biomass emerges as key fuel alternative for European rail freight
The increasing adoption of biomass as a fuel source in rail freight transport represents a structural shift in how European supply chains approach sustainability and operational efficiency. This trend
CMA CGM Eyes Stake in French Rail Freight Leader
CMA CGM, a global shipping and logistics giant, is emerging as the likely buyer of a significant stake in a leading French rail freight company, according to industry sources. This move reflects the c