Pro Danube International was invited to participate at the discussions held on the current status of the Draft Recommendations for the Development of Common, Harmonized Guidelines/Standards for Good Navigation Status.

In order to efficiently adapt inland waterway transport (IWT) to the needs and requirements of emerging industries, Pro Danube International stated that its members require the creation of adequate rules, recommendations and guidelines by using the corridor approach as a fundamental basis of future policies. This approach has the potential to make IWT more competitive and a reliable alternative to other, more polluting modes of transport.