Least impact on climate change
Inland shipping is a winner making the most efficient use of non-renewable energy and producing very low levels of greenhouse gases among transport modalities. An important performance as transport in general is at the bottom of the climate class.

Committed to eco-innovation
Innovative engine technology and strict standards mean that fuel economy will continue to improve and diversify, reducing the impact on non-renewable resources even more and drastically cutting NOx, SO2 and particulates. In the quest for zero emissions, efforts to develop non-carbon fuels are further pursued.

Uniting environmental protection and sustainable transport
For thousands of years, waterways have provided the infrastructure for economic development. Today, these rich and valuable resources are cared for and sustained through integrated management planning using the latest advanced simulation methods to protect their economic and environmental resources. Investing in waterways is much more than investing in transport. Comprehensive solutions also cover environmental protection, water supply, flood defence, recreation.

Costs of transport to the environment and society

Source: European Commission
Effects taken into account : noise, pollutants, climate costs, accidents, infrastructure and congestion in €/tkm