Record-Low Danube Disrupts Nuclear Plants, Strands Cruises

Low water levels on the Danube are starting to disrupt operations across multiple countries, with nuclear plants affected and cruise itineraries strained, according to the report. The article notes that regulators in Serbia have allowed fuel retailers to draw from emergency reserves as the river’s reduced depth complicates logistics. In Slovakia, vessels with deeper drafts can no longer navigate some stretches of the river, forcing operators to adjust routes and capacity. As Europe’s second-longest river drops, the impacts are expected to compound for supply chains and transport schedules, especially where consistent river depth is required for heavy movement and timing-sensitive operations.