by Manal Barakat, SeaNewsEditor
Update: 14.08.2024
Local sources reveal that the WWII bomb found earlier today at Terminal Burchardkai (CTB) was successfully defused.
Operations at the port are expected to return to normal as of 14:00 local time.
Nevertheless, rail operators report that the backlog at the terminal could lead to additional delays.
ERS Railways have already announced rail cancellations and deviations as follows:
Cancellations
- Hamburg-Mannheim 14.08. / Mannheim-Hamburg 15.08.
- Hamburg-Kornwestheim 15.08. / Kornwestheim-Hamburg 15.08.
Deviations:
- Hamburg-Ulm 14.08. runs as an empty train to Ulm
- Hamburg-Kornwestheim 14.08. runs with a 24-hour delay
- Hamburg-Munich 14.08. operates without Terminal Burchardkai
It is worth noting that rail networks have been facing multiple delays for cargo to and from the Port of Hamburg for the past few weeks.
In addition, CTB has been facing productivity issues due to limited labour availability, crane dismantling operations, system upgrades and shore power installation.
Original article: 14.08.2024
Container traffic and handling were suspended this morning at the Container Terminal Burchardkai (CTB) of Hamburg Port after workers discovered a bomb in the area.
Such bombs typically date back to World War II and do not pose a significant risk of explosion.
However, precautionary measures, including interruptions in operations, are necessary.
Access to the terminal had been suspended for the time being. Local operators at the port expect delays in container deliveries by truck and rail.
Operations at the remaining terminals in Hamburg Port are proceeding as usual.
IGS Intermodal reports a significant backlog at the CTB Terminal that will likely cause delays and cancellations in the rail network.
Kuehne+Nagel is monitoring the situation closely and will provide customers with updates as soon as they become available.
