1. Lessons learnt from the Rhine: How IWT promotes economical development and supports sustainability
Gernot Pauli
Chief engineer
Central Commission for Navigation on the Rhine

2. Rhine navigation: the great success story of inland water transport (IWT)

3. Content of Presentation
Specific examples of economic development promoted by IWT
Environmental advantage of IWT
Lessons learned

4. BASF, world leader chemicals, Ludwigshafen
BASF’s largest plant
Founded 1850 on upper Rhine
Direct Employment for people
45% of total cargo turnover by IWT
3 mill tons dangerous goods per year
10 vessels per day
IWT safe, reliable, economical supply

5. ThyssenKrupp Steel, Duisburg ThyssenKrupp’s largest steel works
Founded late 19th century on lower Rhine
Centre of German steel production
Just in time supply (ore, coal) by IWT
tonnes per day
10 push boats, 100 push barges
IWT efficient high volume transport

6. Environmental Advantage of Inland Water Transport

7. Lessons learnt Use appropriate technology
Clean engines for clean air
Large vessels for less emissions (per tkm)
Double hull vessels for dangerous goods
Develop comprehensive regulations
CCNR dangerous goods rules since 1838
CCNR technical requirements since 1904
CCNR exhaust regulations since 2000

8. More lessons learnt Embrace the environment
Integrate environmental protection into all IWT (safety) regulations
Support implementation of environmental legislation, e.g. on water protection
Work closely with your stakeholders
CCNR 1st stakeholder meeting 1848
Today formal coop with 20 NGOs & IGOs

9. Thank you for your attention! Danke schön!