Tag: Slovakia
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Freight rates in Europe rise, Spain adds 3% surcharge
European road freight rates rose markedly in Q2 2026 despite weaker trade volumes between the EU’s major economies. At the same time, energy, diesel and new surcharges on container haulage in Spain continue to drive up costs; for freight forwarders, indexation and fuel settlement terms are now critical.
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Freight: EUR 50 ARA surcharge, truck ban in Slovakia
From 1 September, haulage via Antwerp and Rotterdam is subject to a new cost, while Slovakia’s truck traffic ban restricts transit for one day. At the same time, fuel costs are rising in Ireland, and rail restrictions in Germany and Italy are increasing demand for road transport across Europe.
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Transport: Romania changes loading rules as DHL raises surcharge
Romania is separating loading and unloading responsibilities from the road haulage service, requiring transport orders and operating instructions to be revised. At the same time, DHL Freight’s August fuel surcharges are increasing in Slovakia while remaining elevated in Hungary — as CargoNice data shows diesel prices rising across Europe.
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