Merwede Bridge Closes for Trucks | Amsterdam News

Trucks are banned from the Merwedebrug after inspections revealed dangerous steel weaknesses, forcing massive detours and adding fuel to the fire of rising transport costs. While cars and emergency vehicles can still cross, haulers face crippling delays and extra miles — and it’s not the first time this bridge’s troubles have disrupted traffic. With another nearby bridge also closed and a new bridge slated for summer, the freight industry is stuck in gridlock until relief arrives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/386a8d5be4cf85a7