About INE

Who we are

Inland Navigation Europe (INE) is the European platform of national & regional waterway authorities and bodies promoting waterways transport. Our members share the conviction that more goods should move by water—both within regions and across borders in Europe—using accessible, navigable rivers and canals. This shift strengthens sustainable mobility and enhances resilience across the continent.

INE also underscores the multi-functionality of waterways, recognising their vital role in tourism, recreation, biodiversity, and regional development. Established in 2000 with support from the European Commission, INE is an independent platform with no commercial interests.

What we do

Inland Navigation Europe supports the EU’s ambition to grow the share of goods moved by water, contributing to sustainability, resilience and reliability across Europe’s transport network. We do this by:

• Bringing together waterway organisations across Europe to work strategically for the benefit of waterways.
• Promoting and improving the economic and environmental benefits of waterway transport through a coordinated, long-term approach.
• Advocating within EU institutions for policies that enhance the resilience and accessibility of waterways.
• Providing a forum for inland waterway stakeholders to share best practices, experiences, and information
• Networking effectively with our Board to develop a long-term strategy for competitive and sustainable waterways and water transport at both national and European levels.

INE is a meeting place for inland waterway stakeholders where good practice, experiences, and information are exchanged. With strong and effective networking, our Board works to develop a long-term strategy for competitive and sustainable transport by water at national and European levels.

INE through the years