We would like to use this opportunity to invite you to participate in the second survey launched in the frame of the Green Inland Ports Study.

We are looking forward to your contribution and hearing from your experience to the project if you are an inland port authority, terminal/port operator, IWT operator/barge owner, waterway authority, logistic service provider/shipper, port associations or a ministry/local authority. The survey focuses on the following elements: the environmental impact of inland ports, innovative urban mobility and short-range inland waterway transport and digitalisation of inland ports.

About GRIP
The European Commission launched the Green Inland Ports Study in view of the policy ambitions and general context outlined above. The aim of the study is to identify and evaluate the factors affecting the sustainable development of inland ports and propose solutions of the implementation of green objectives paired with their economic development. The study has been commissioned by the European Commission, Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport. The work is executed by the consortium: Ecorys, CE Delft, Panteia, Pro Danube, Planco, EICB and Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Deadline: 1 May 2024

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This virtual symposium unites three EU-funded projects — AWARD, MultiRELOAD, and FOR-FREIGHT — each pioneering in advancing port operations through automation. This 90-minute interactive session will not only showcase these projects’ innovative solutions for enhancing port efficiency, safety, and sustainability but will also engage participants through live polls, Q&A sessions, breakout discussions, and networking opportunities. The event will culminate in a panel discussion on the future of technology in ports, emphasizing collaborative insights and participant-driven topics. Prepare for an engaging experience that invites your active participation and input, shaping the future of automated port operations together.  Dive in, collaborate, and co-create the future with us! 

When: 24 April 2024

Time: 10:00-11:30 CET

Where: online

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In the dynamic realm of innovation, the MultiRELOAD Open Innovation Challenge has emerged as a catalyst for groundbreaking ideas in the agricultural sector. With the submission phase now concluded, the spotlight turns to the community and expert jury, who play a crucial role in determining the most promising concepts that could revolutionize the transportation of agricultural products on inland waterways.

Fascinating Read! Pro Danube's recent article delves into the indispensable role of ports in shaping a resilient, sustainable, and smart logistics network. As pivotal connectors across diverse transportation modes, ports emerge as key facilitators for the smooth movement of cargo in the worldwide distribution of goods.

The article is available for download here.

In the dynamic world of inland waterway transport and port development, the annual Danube Ports Days event, initiated by Pro Danube in the frame of DAPhNE and further strengthened through DIONYSUS, has become a cornerstone for fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge, and shaping the future of inland ports along the Danube and well beyond.

THANK YOU to all contributors, partners, and attendees for making Danube Ports Days a cornerstone in shaping the future of inland waterway transport!

The Danube Ports Days 2023 event, a collaborative effort by Pro Danube in partnership with the EU-funded Green Inland Ports Study, MultiRELOAD and SYNERGETICS projects, and with support from the Danube Ports Network, has successfully concluded. This groundbreaking event served as the focal point for high-profile representatives from the European Parliament, European Commission, international river commissions, port authorities, and various stakeholders in the inland waterway transportation (IWT) sector.

The two-day event, held on 23 and 24 November in Vienna, provided a unique platform for participants to explore innovative tools and solutions geared towards achieving green objectives, sharing experiences, addressing common challenges, and staying updated on latest industry developments. With a specific focus on the European Green Deal, the Danube Ports Days aimed to facilitate collaboration between public and private entities, fostering know-how sharing and feedback collection in pursuit of the ambitious climate targets enshrined in the European Green Deal.

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The Green Inland Ports project launches an expression of interest and a warm invitation for European inland ports to engage with us in the pilot phase of this project. Green Inland Ports, commissioned by the European Commission, aims to enable sustainable management and development of inland ports. The objective is the development of a set of Sustainable Management System tools that will help inland ports to achieve their environmental goals. As an inland port participating in the pilot phase, you will cooperate closely with our team to apply these tools, based on your specific needs. Your valuable feedback and best practices will play a pivotal role in shaping the outcomes of the Green Inland Ports project and will contribute to the future European policy agenda for the greening of inland ports. 

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In the Open Innovation Challenge (OIC) we are looking for cost-effective solutions that help to „revolutionise“ the existing transport market. The aim is to demonstrate ideas on how multimodal transports of part loads of different products/goods on inland waterways are possible. 

WHY is it good to be part of it:

• As a winner, you’ll be at the center of the intermodal port scene: the OIC is your ticket to networking with key players such as the Port of Vienna and Port of Duisburg and to PR activities. There is a chance to implement the idea with the partners of the project.
• The MultiRELOAD OIC increases the visibility of your project in the whole D-A-CH area.
• The best ideas will be awarded, there will be prizes for the winners.

HOW to submit your ideas 

• REGISTER
• Choose "MultiRELOAD - Agricultural Products on Inland Waterways" and hit SUBMIT.
• Deadline: submitted ideas are accepted until 7 December 2023.

More details are available here.

The Open Innovation Challenge is carried out within MultiRELOAD. MultiRELOAD is an European cooperation for the development of innovative inland port solutions for efficient, effective and sustainable multimodality. It enhances the collaboration between different freight nodes in Europe to jointly test innovations and create favourable market conditions for multimodal freight transport solutions. To this end, MultiRELOAD will demonstrate solutions in three Innovation Areas with specific aims by 2025, mirroring the measures of the EU’s Smart Mobility Strategy

There are limited on-site spots available, with just 20 places left. We cordially invite you to seize this opportunity for in-person participation, allowing you to engage with experts, industry professionals, and fellow enthusiasts to explore the future dynamics of Danube Ports.

For those preferring the flexibility of virtual engagement, the event is also accessible online, without any limitations on participation. You can engage in insightful discussions, irrespective of your location.

To register and secure your spot, please visit the registration link below. 

Initiated by DAPhNE and successfully continued on a yearly basis by DIONYSUS, the Danube Ports Days have become a must-attend event on the agenda of the IWT community in the Danube Region and well beyond, providing a transnational platform to discuss, by bringing together decision-makers, experts and the IWT sector, key aspects related to port development issues. This year's event is organised by Pro Danube in cooperation with the Green Inland Ports, MultiRELOAD, and Synergetics projects with the support of the Danube Ports Network.
The agenda is available for download here. 

When: 23-24 November 2023
Where: thinkport VIENNA & online  

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Initiated by DAPhNE and successfully continued on a yearly basis by DIONYSUS, the Danube Ports Days have become a must-attend event on the agenda of the IWT community in the Danube Region and well beyond, providing a transnational platform to discuss, by bringing together decision-makers, experts and the IWT sector, key aspects related to port development issues. This year's event is organised by Pro Danube in cooperation with the Green Inland Ports, MultiRELOAD, and SYNERGETICS projects and with the support of the Danube Ports Network.

The preliminary agenda is available for download here.

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