What is IWT?
The joint “European Inland Waterway Transport Platform” (IWT) was established in 2018 thanks to continuous efforts of the European Barge Union (EBU) and the European Skippers Organization (ESO). The two associations representing the interests of “Inland Shipping Entrepreneurs”, succeeded in having EC regulation 718/1999 amended.
Read MoreThe European IWT Platform is a separate legal entity coordinated by the two associations EBU and ESO. It strengthens the industry by participating proactively in the decision-making processes related to the areas covered by IWT’s Committees. The platform, which brings together relevant expertise from both EBU and ESO, is based in Brussels close to the heart of European IWT policy making.
IWT News
EU Industrial Waterborne and Port Strategies: Contribution of the Inland Waterway Transport and Port sector
Executive summary Major centres of production and consumption are located along Europe's waterways. Rivers and canals are therefore vital to the competitiveness of the EU's basic industries, from SMEs to large corporations. Large volumes Read More
Statement by the inland waterways transport and ports sector on the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP)
Inland waterway transport (IWT) is a highly competitive and sustainable sector that plays a vital role in the various pillars of the Clean Industrial Deal. The IWT sector calls upon Read More
Annual Report 2024 | European IWT Platform
Annual Report 2024 The European Inland Waterway Transport (IWT) Platform's 2024 Annual Report is organised into two main parts, each reflecting key dimensions of our activities in 2024. The report details the strategic direction, Read More
Inland Waterway Transport:
Rivers of opportunities to deliver
Rivers of opportunities to deliver
The European Inland Waterway Transport Platform (IWT) together with the European Barge Union (EBU) and the European Skippers Organization (ESO) published the leaflet “Inland Waterway Transport: Rivers of opportunities to deliver” to summarize the mission of the Inland waterway transport sector.
Latest Press Releases
EU TRANSPORT SECTOR: Europe more than ever in need of more EU budget for transport
Representatives from 45 European transport organizations joined forces during the closing ceremony to present the manifesto of the "More EU budget for transport" campaign to Magda Kopczyńska, Director General of DG MOVE. This united Read More
Press Release: More EU Budget for Transport | The Best Investment Plan For Europe
43 European transport organisations, including the IWT-Platform, are advocating for increased EU budget allocation towards clean transport. Grants play a crucial role in completing Europe's network, fostering job creation, enhancing competitiveness, and driving decarbonization Read More
Press Release: Connecting Europe by Water – Discover the innovation of inland waterway vessels
Explore the latest advancements in inland waterway transport with our press release following the successful conclusion of our recent event, 'Discover the Innovation of Inland Waterway Vessels,' as part of Connecting Europe Days on Read More
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Annual reports
What difference did IWT makes last year? How have the team experienced the past year? The European IWT platform is excited to release the Annual Report 2021.
Press Releases
Do you want to know more about Inland Navigation in European and National Transport Policies?
Annual reports
What difference did IWT makes last year? How have the team experienced the past year? The European IWT platform is excited to release the Annual Report 2019.