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: 24 October 2023

Pro Danube Welcomes Ziviltechnikerkanzlei DI Richard Anzböck on Board

We are thrilled to announce that Ziviltechnikerkanzlei DI Richard Anzböck has decided to join the Pro Danube community.

Ziviltechnikerkanzlei DI Richard Anzböck was established in 1980 and has since grown to be one of the few civil engineer offices in Austria operative in all nautical matters. The office of DI Richard Anzböck conducts its business within the country as well as internationally, covering all aspects related to operating vessels on rivers, lakes, and the open sea.

The engineers at DI Richard Anzböck cover a wide range of activities: planning ships and landings, producing the relevant technical drawings and calculations; monitoring the construction; various inspections and surveys of vessels both big and small; consultations of individuals and companies and providing specialist input for various private and public institutions

: 23 October 2023

Pro Danube Partners with eFuel Alliance Austria

We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that Pro Danube is entering a promising new cooperation with eFuel Alliance Österreich.

eFuel Alliance Austria is driven by a clear mission – to advocate for the production and benefits of eFuels on multiple fronts. This includes engaging with policymakers, authorities, the professional & scientific communities, and the media. It unites the common interests of its members and has established itself as an expert in all matters related to eFuels and synthetic liquid fuels. By joining forces, we are poised to accelerate the development and adoption of sustainable solutions that will have a profound impact on our industries.

We look forward to a fruitful collaboration, driven by knowledge sharing, innovation, and a shared vision for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Together, we can make a real difference!

Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this exciting journey!

: 20 October 2023

Open Innovation Challenge: Be Part of the Innovation Process

In the Open Innovation Challenge (OIC) we are looking for cost-effective solutions that help to „revolutionise“ the existing transport market. The aim is to demonstrate ideas on how multimodal transports of part loads of different products/goods on inland waterways are possible.

Agricultural products are currently only transported in bulk on inland waterways in quantities of over 1,000 tons. Smaller quantities are transported by rail or – primarily – by truck. We are looking for cost-effective solutions that help to “revolutionize” the existing transport market. The aim is to demonstrate ideas on how multimodal transports of part loads of different goods (bulk goods and general cargo – also palletized) on inland waterways are possible.

Submit now and win!
The OIC brings innovations that have emerged through the strength of the crowd onto the stage and awards the idea bringers together with the implementing companies. As an idea provider, do you have the initial spark for sustainable change in inland waterway transportation?

WHY is it good to be part of it:

As a winner, you’ll be at the center of the intermodal port scene: the OIC is your ticket to networking with key players such as the Port of Vienna and Port of Duisburg and to PR activities. There is a chance to implement the idea with the partners of the project.
The MultiRELOAD OIC increases the visibility of your project in the whole D-A-CH area.
The best ideas will be awarded, there will be prizes for the winners.

HOW to submit your ideas

REGISTER
Choose "MultiRELOAD - Agricultural Products on Inland Waterways" and hit SUBMIT.

Deadline: submitted ideas are accepted until 7 December 2023.

More details are available here.

The Open Innovation Challenge is carried out within MultiRELOAD. MultiRELOAD is an European cooperation for the development of innovative inland port solutions for efficient, effective and sustainable multimodality. It enhances the collaboration between different freight nodes in Europe to jointly test innovations and create favourable market conditions for multimodal freight transport solutions. To this end, MultiRELOAD will demonstrate solutions in three Innovation Areas with specific aims by 2025, mirroring the measures of the EU’s Smart Mobility Strategy

: 18 October 2023

Danube Ports Days 2023: Final Agenda

We're thrilled to announce that the final agenda for the much-anticipated Danube Ports Days event is now available! This event promises to be a captivating exploration of the future dynamics of Danube Ports, and we invite you to be a part of this enriching experience.

With only 20 on-site spots left, we encourage you to seize this opportunity for in-person participation, enabling you to connect with experts, industry professionals, and fellow enthusiasts in a dynamic, face-to-face setting.
For those seeking the flexibility of virtual engagement, the event will be accessible online as well, allowing you to participate in insightful discussions from anywhere around the globe.

Highlights:

Engage with experts and industry professionals.
Find out more about the potential of Danube Ports and their pivotal role on the pathway towards sustainable mobility and clean energy.
Explore key aspects of port development issues.
Join transnational discussions on the IWT sector with a special focus on port development issues.
Meet interesting projects that put ports at the forefront of innovation: PLOTO, SEANERGY and ReNEW!

Initiated by DAPhNE and continued by DIONYSUS, the Danube Ports Days have established themselves as a must-attend event in the IWT community. This year's event is organised by Pro Danube in cooperation with the Green Inland Ports, MultiRELOAD, and SYNERGETICS projects, with the valued support of the Danube Ports Network.

The agenda is available for download here.