On Friday, 4 September, strike action is scheduled across large parts of the Port of Rotterdam. This industrial action is expected to affect port operations and may have a direct impact on planned transport activities. The disruptions concern selected terminal and handling processes, with individual areas experiencing reduced productivity, limited availability of handling equipment or temporary suspension of certain services. These changes can influence transit times and cargo flow, especially for shipments routed via Rotterdam as a key hub.
In addition, a nationwide 24-hour strike in the rail sector has been announced for Wednesday, 9 September 2026. Employees of infrastructure and rail freight operators, including ProRail and DB Cargo, are expected to participate. As a result, train cancellations, delays and disruptions in rail freight transport to and from the Netherlands are to be expected. Services via the Betuwe Route and rail corridors towards Germany may be particularly affected.
Customers with containers or other cargo scheduled for handling in Rotterdam on or shortly after 4 September, as well as rail shipments planned around 9 September, should anticipate possible delays in vessel operations, gate procedures and rail movements. In some cases, re‑planning of pick‑up and delivery times, routing or temporary storage arrangements may be required to maintain feasible transport chains. We recommend that you take potential delays on 4 and 9 September, as well as on the following days, into account when planning your transports. We are monitoring the situation closely and will keep you informed as soon as further details become available.
Thank you for your understanding. We remain available to assist you with any questions or concerns.
