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We are thrilled to announce that MAHART Container Center has decided to join the Pro Danube community! 

MAHART Container Center (MCC) is a tri-modal terminal located in Budapest. The terminal connects rail, road and river (barge) transport and is able to handle any kind of unaccompanied intermodal means of transport, like containers (ISO containers, tank containers, 45’ pallet wide containers), semi-trailers and SWAP/WAB bodies. The terminal is on the Danube river, near to Budapest center and also near to M0 motorway connecting the terminal to all motorways in Hungary from M1 to M7. This way all areas of Hungary can be reached by truck relatively fast. With its unique location, the MAHART Container Center has direct relevance in several TEN-T Corridors: the Orient-East Med, the Mediterranean andthe Rhine-Danube, spanning a European reach-out from Spain to the Ukraine.

MCC is able to render all kinds of services connected to intermodal transport, core activity is lifting and storage of all kinds of intermodal units, other activities customs procedures, river and road transport, container repairs and cleaning, trans-shipment, etc.

In 2022 MCC opened a new empty container depot at an area rented from BUD Budapest Airport, providing a storage capacity of 2,700 TEU empty containers. As the territory at this moment can be reached by road transport only, the containers are arriving and departing on trucks.

To find out more about our new member please check: https://www.containercenter.hu/

Pro Danube was thrilled to share its preliminary results at the Green Inland Ports workshop, emphasising the crucial role of digitalisation for inland ports on their challenging journey towards climate neutrality. The workshop provided a platform to discuss key issues like emission reduction, sustainable urban transport, and greening initiatives, which are essential for the sustainable future of inland ports. 

Róbert's presentation of Pro Danube's preliminary findings highlighted the vast potential of digital solutions. These insights underscored that digitalisation is not merely an option, but an indispensable tool for progress and innovation. By integrating digital solutions, inland ports can significantly enhance their operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and contribute to the overall sustainability of transport networks. 

Pro Danube was honoured to be invited to the recent EU Strategy for the Danube Region PA1a Steering Group Meeting, where we received the latest updates from the PA1a Secretariat and the Member States. This meeting highlighted the ongoing efforts and commitments necessary to enhance the navigability and economic viability of the IWT sector. 

Given the crucial importance of adequate fairway maintenance, securing sufficient dredging works isn't just a matter of improving the waterway but ensuring the very economic viability of the sector. Pro Danube highlighted that well-maintained waterways are the backbone of the IWT sector, facilitating the seamless and efficient movement of goods. Therefore, we offered our support in communicating the updates from the fairway managers to the IWT sector. 

Pro Danube was thrilled to have participated in the vibrant discussions at the 6th edition of the Danube Business Talks 2024, organised by viadonau in Vienna. From addressing the urgency of greening initiatives to tackling infrastructure challenges and the pressing staff shortage, the event set the scene to brainstorm viable long-term solutions. We were delighted that several of our projects aimed at supporting IWT's pathway towards climate neutrality were presented and discussed.

It was an excellent opportunity to connect with decision-makers, industry experts, and stakeholders, fostering valuable dialogues and networks. 

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