INLAND WATER WAY TRANSPORT
COURSE CATEGORY: Transportation Specialization
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Understand the structure and development of the inland waterway network and market in Europe, including key river corridors like the Rhine and Danube.
2. Examine the historical, institutional, and regulatory framework governing inland navigation in Europe and beyond.
3. Evaluate the advantages and limitations of inland waterway transport, supported by real-world case studies and regional examples (e.g., France, Greece).
4. Analyze operational aspects such as working conditions, fleet characteristics, cargo types, and freight rate arrangements in the inland shipping industry.
5. Explore the economic, logistical, and geopolitical challenges of inland waterway trade, as well as solutions through regional cooperation and river-sea shipping integration.