RIVER-SEA TRANSPORT
COURSE CATEGORY: Transportation Specialization
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Understand the concept, function, and logistics of river-sea transport as a hybrid mode connecting inland waterways with maritime routes.
2. Examine the technical and operational characteristics of river-sea vessels and their role in multimodal transport chains.
3. Analyze the strategic benefits and limitations of river-sea transport in terms of cost, accessibility, and environmental performance.
4. Assess the potential and current limitations of inland navigation in Greece, with emphasis on its integration into river-sea transport systems.
5. Evaluate the opportunities for developing river-sea transport in the broader Southeastern European and Mediterranean region.