5.2.2010
Taking mileage off the road
Samskip and Pro-Log operate 1000th barge trip [more]
 
3.2.2010
Inland navigation projects receive Marco Polo funding
European Commission presents decision on selected projects [more]
 
26.1.2010
”Together we can do it” Inland Navigation tells new Commission
The European Barge Union (EBU), European Skippers Organisation (ESO) and Inland Navigation Europe (INE) jointly congratulate new commissioners [more]
  

10.2.2010 Marco Polo Info Day 2010
Latest info on the Marco Polo programme

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23.2.2010 - 25.2.2010 High-level Transport Policy symposium organised by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
The role of inland water transport in Europe

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17.3.2010 - 18.3.2010 International Conference Porta Moravica 2010
Developing inland navigation in Central Europe

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European RIS Portal

The PLATINA consortium has launched an innovative and interactive website on River Information Services (RIS), the RIS portal. The website covers all relevant European developments in the field of RIS and hosts the websites of 4 European Expert Groups on RIS issues. All parties involved are invited to use www.ris.eu as a reference in their communication on RIS issues. [more]

 

EDINNA (Education in Inland Navigation)

EDINNA is the educational network of inland navigation schools and training institutes. EDINNA aims to achieve more structured cooperation and to establish a harmonized education, training and certification system for European inland waterway personnel. Join the network and help shape education and training for inland waterway personnel. [more]

 

European Funding Database for Inland Waterway Transport

Available in English, Dutch, French and German, an easy-to-use search function allows for targeted queries regarding funding opportunities. Detailed information on funds and subsidies available across Europe is now only a mouse click away. [more]

 

 





 




PLATINA newsletter

In 2009 PLATINA, the Platform for the implementation of NAIADES, has carried out several actions in the fields of fleet innovation, education and training, image and awareness, River Information Services and infrastructure development. The recently published PLATINA newsletter provides an overview of the progress made so far.

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Welcome !

On this website you will find topical information about inland waterway transport in Europe. Eco-friendly and efficient transport is a cornerstone of the EU's transport policy. 2006 a multi-annual action programme was launched: NAIADES - Navigation and Inland Waterway Action and Development in Europe.

Why inland waterway transport ?

Inland waterway transport is an innovative solution for sustainable logistics. It is a reliable, flexible, safe and environmentally friendly way to transport almost all commodities. The oldest transport mode becomes part of the hope for the future. [more]

Did you know that...

the average distance between ports in the Rhine area is only 20 kilometre?

 

 

 

 

 


 

PLATINA is a project to promote inland waterway transport.