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The Commission approved proposal to amend the RIS Directive
On January 26, 2024, the European Commission adopted a proposal amending the RIS Directive 2005/44/EC. The objective is to enhance traffic management on the EU's rivers and canals by modernizing key provisions, aligning with Read More
The European Commission approves €126 Million aid for Romanian ports
In response to the growing trade flows from Ukraine following Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine the European Commission has given the green light to a €126 million state aid scheme designed to bolster Read More
Belgium’s EU Presidency (belgium24.eu): Addressing Europe’s Complex Transport challenges
As the calendar turns to a new year, the European political stage witnesses a changing of the guard, with Belgium now at the helm of the Council of the European Union (EU). Operating under Read More
Completion IW-NET Project
The Innovation-driven Collaborative European Inland Waterways Transport Network (IW-NET), started in May 2020 reached its conclusion in January 2024. The IW-NET project aimed to optimize the European Union's transport system through a multimodal Read More
Platina4Action project officially commenced
The PLATINA4Action project officially commenced with a productive meeting in Brussels on January 18, 2024 January. Building upon the foundations laid by its predecessor, PLATINA3, PLATINA4Action embarks on a journey with a clear mandate Read More
ICS 2: a new process for entry of goods by inland waterways, maritime, road and rail in the EU
The European Union’s new customs pre-arrival safety and security system – Import Control System 2 (ICS2) – will introduce a new process for entry of goods by maritime and inland waterways, road and rail Read More
General Interest
Evaluation of Platina 3 project 3rd Stage Event ‘Brussels Sessions’ – presentations are available!
The 3rd PLATINA3 Stage Event – the Brussels sessions – took place online on 10-11 of February 2022. The IWT community was invited to join the event for the following themes: Inland waterway transport Read More
‘Inland waterway transport needs investment’ – says European Economic and Social Committee
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has met at the January Plenary session, where the inland navigation topic has been discussed in detail. We note with appreciation that in its adopted opinion - Read More
Human factors root causes of accidents in inland navigation – report on Organisational Aspects
Following Phase 1 of the study on human factors root causes of accidents in inland navigation, a conclusion was reached that human factors account for about 70-80% of these accidents. The European inland shipping Read More
Flemish Stimulus Programme – ‘‘Accelerating modal shift’’
Barge Express In order to optimise container inland navigation in the hinterland of the Flemish ports, the Department of Mobility and Public Works, Lantis and the port companies Port of Antwerp, North Sea Port Read More
Save-the-date for Transport Research Arena 2022
Transport Research Arena (TRA) is the foremost European transport event that covers all transport modes and all aspects of mobility. In 2022, TRA takes place in Lisbon, Portugal. The conference will take place from Read More
CCNR – new French presidency and its priorities
France assumed the Presidency of the CCNR - Central Commission for the Navigation of the Rhine, for a two-year term with effect from 1 January 2022. The office of President is held by Mr Read More
Innovation and Greening
CESNI: New international working group for information technology standards in inland navigation
The new permanent working group for information technologies set up by CESNI, the European Committee for drawing up Read More
Study on Sustainable transport infrastructure charging and internalisation of transport externalities
Commissioned by the European Commission, CE Delft and partners investigated to what extent the external and infrastructure costs of transport Read More
Social and Education
Entrepreneurs discuss the draft Roadmap European Manning Regulations
On 11 January 2021, the Social & Education Committee held its first (video) meeting of the year, discussing the draft Roadmap for a European Manning Regulation. This roadmap is the core of the work Read More
Research human factors root causes of accidents in inland navigation
Collisions with bridges and other infrastructure are a frequent type of accident in European inland shipping. Various sources show that in a very large number of cases the human factor is the primary cause Read More
The Revised European Manning Regulations
Works on the Roadmap are advancing A challenge for the CESNI working group on professional qualifications and its sub-working group on manning requirements is the harmonisation of manning regulations for all waterways in the interconnected Read More
Some German Bundeslaender re-establish free circulation for inland navigation vessels.
As a result of the updated border control regulations in Germany, which have been in force since the beginning of November, the freedom of movement for inland navigation and its employees has been severely restricted Read More
Stay safe – avoid accidents!
Introduction: On a European level, we want to prevent accidents. This requires more than just technical investments, as the human factor plays an important role in these incidents. We believe that the current reaction Read More
Manning Rules for Inland Waterway Transport finally at the European level?
The Directive on the Recognition of Professional Qualifications in Inland Navigation was a major step towards improving the mobility of workers, strengthening training and education and further developing the high level of safety in Read More
Nautical and Technical Aspects
Policy and Regulation
International Service Level Survey on the disposal of oily and greasy waste – according to Part A of the CDNI
1 January 2021 has brought in changes to the Part A of the CDNI Convention on the collection, deposit and reception of waste generated during navigation on the Rhine and other inland waterways. The Read More
Dangerous Goods Transport: report of the 37th meeting of the ADN Safety Committee
The 37th meeting of the ADN Safety Committee was held in a virtual form in the last week of January 2021. The common goal of the Safety Committee is to continuously review the provisions Read More
One step closer towards better air quality!
Germany accepts the amendment to the CDNI On 9 February 2021, Germany accepted the amendment to the Convention on the collection, deposit and reception of waste produced during navigation on the Rhine and other Read More
New European Coordinator for the TEN-T Rhine-Danube Corridor: Inés Ayala Sender
Congratulations to Ms Inés Ayala Sender who on 1 January 2021 became new European Coordinator of the Rhine-Danube Core Network Corridor. The position was taken over from Ms Karla Peijs, following her retirement at Read More
CDNI Committee is preparing an international survey on the level of service provided for the disposal of oil and greasy waste
The CDNI Committee is preparing an international survey on the level of service provided for the disposal of oil and greasy waste. The CDNI Committee is currently working intensively on an international survey on Read More
Increase of the waste disposal fee – how is it going to develop?
The CDNI disposal fee rises to 8.50 euros. In accordance with the decision of the Conference of the Contracting Parties (CPC) of the CDNI Convention, the disposal fee will increase from 7.50 euros per Read More