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Channel crossing situation

Currently, in general, cross-channel freight traffic is running well. However, the situation is still quite unpredictable.

Intensified security checks on the approaches to the Channel crossings

In recent weeks we have experienced several periods of delays due to unscheduled engineering work in the Channel Tunnel, which has had an adverse effect on our transit times. Whilst Channel Tunnel security is these days at a very high level, the approaches to the ferry ports are far less protected and on several occasions drivers have been subjected to attacks on their vehicles and consequent delays have occurred.

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We will continue to monitor the situation carefully and post further updates as and when necessary.

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