Economy
Henk Rents Land 'Across the River' Due to Truck Ban on Merwede Bridge
Transport company owner Henk Swijnenburg rents land in Gorinchem to mitigate the impact of a truck ban on the Merwede Bridge until year-end. The prohibition forces his vehicles to detour 120 kilometers, costing an estimated €20,000 extra per week. Swijnenburg established a temporary base in Gorinchem to maintain daily operations for clients located there. He hopes for government compensation or night-time exemptions, fearing the ban may last until the new bridge opens in 2031. The situation disrupts his family business culture, as drivers now park separately in Gorinchem.
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