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In a recent development, Germany's Federal Minister of Transport, Patrick Schnieder (CDU), has expressed a strong desire to speed up the expansion of the Mosel locks. The Mosel, an important waterway, is considered a crucial transportation route, particularly for heavy and large transports.
According to Minister Schnieder, a ship can replace up to 150 trucks, making waterways an ideal mode of transport. The expansion of the Mosel locks is intended to reduce the risk of failure and improve the efficiency of this vital transportation route.
The decision to expand all Mosel locks redundantly, meaning they will have two chambers, was made in the federal transport infrastructure plan. Three Mosel locks have already been rebuilt, with a fourth underway. This expansion includes the addition of a second lock chamber.
The expansion of the Mosel locks is a complex undertaking, requiring intricate procedures. However, the Minister is advocating for more flexibility for the funds and, if possible, more funds available for waterways. During the legislative period, eight billion euros have been made available for waterways.
Recently, Minister Schnieder visited the St. Aldegund lock in Rhineland-Palatinate, which was recently damaged. The exact completion schedule for the second chamber of the fourth Mosel lock, as announced by Federal Minister Schneider, is not explicitly detailed in the available information. However, the rehabilitation works are reported to be progressing well and remain on schedule, with significant structural work and sealing preparations ongoing as of mid-2025.
The Mosel locks will be expanded redundantly, meaning they will have two chambers. If one lock chamber fails, shipping can continue through the other. The CDU politician, Patrick Schnieder, believes in the potential of waterways in Germany and is working to ensure their continued growth and efficiency.
