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■ INFRASTRUCTURE PORT
“Enlargement of the last narrow stretch of the Kiel Canal will bring distinct improvements for interna- tional shipping. Even now, the canal is a fundamen- tal element of global transport routes. The advan- tages it offers are obvious: lower costs, shorter transit time and less CO2. Every investment in the canal therefore constitutes active climate protec- tion, while also strengthening the German econo- my.”
For the Kiel Canal Initiative too, alignment of the Eastern section is an especially important milestone towards boosting the canal’s attractiveness. Owing
to the current pandemic, however, in the opinion of Jens Broder Knudsen, Chairman of Kiel Canal Initia- tive, action cannot simply be left at that. “Along with the Federation of German Shipbrokers and many other players, we are arguing that transit dues for the Kiel Canal should also be waived in 2021. It cannot be assumed that by the end of the year, bun- ker prices will reach a level that will again make the Kiel Canal more competitive in comparison to the al- ternative route around Denmark. So, everything needs to be done to keep as many vessels as possi- ble using the Kiel Canal.” ■ (jh)
Some projects on the Kiel Canal
Brunsbüttel Locks – Construction of a new fifth chamber
The large lock has been continuously in operation since 1914 and is increasingly often in need of repair. Struc- tural inspections have shown that not only the building and steelwork, but also the machinery and electrical equipment, urgently require overhaul. To avoid massive restrictions on shipping, a fifth chamber is being built as a ‘by-pass’.
Levensau high bridge
Preparatory measures for a replacement have been com- pleted. These include reinforcement of the south abut- ment and connecting up the building site, including roads. Tender documents and implementation planning are in course of preparation.
Rendsburg transporter bridge
Following the accident in 2016 and the subsequent dis- mantling of the gondola a new one needed to be built. This will probably be taken into service in mid-2021.
Kiel-Holtenau Locks
Replacement of the two small lock chambers is required to cater successfully for traffic during the ensuing renova- tion of the two large lock chambers. The structures have been designed to match the higher water levels indicated by the latest findings on the worldwide rise in sea levels, and to be capable of adjustment to these.
Rebuilding Suspension Ferry
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