Software Update Failure at Port of Hamburg

The Port of Hamburg continues to experience work stoppage issues not only from the strike repercussions we have previously reported on, but now due to a failed software update that took place Monday morning. Yesterday's update issues resulted in the failure of the Transport Rail (TPR) system at the port. Currently, now train dispatches are not possible because trains cannot be taxied to the terminals.

This currently affects all container moves in combined transport for this week, including those from yesterday, September 16th. The error in the TPR has now been found, but will take time to correct. It is currently unknown when transports can be resumed.

In addition to rail handling issues, there are currently no handling slots available for trucks at the Hamburg terminals CTA, CTT and Eurogate, which is causing further backups and delays. 

We will continue to monitor this situation and keep you updated on any progress. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.