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24 August 2026

North Sea Port tightens canal access amid drought

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North Sea Port tightens canal access amid drought

North Sea Port has confirmed that sustained drought and shifting hydrological conditions are placing growing strain on the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal. The situation carries direct implications for navigability, water availability and logistical reliability along the waterway. The port authority, a key stakeholder in the region, said it is keeping customers informed of the operational risks and […] The post North Sea Port tightens canal access amid drought appeared first on Port Technology International .

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