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European Council stresses the importance of technology leadership

European Council stresses the importance of technology leadership

Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the Strategic Agenda 2024 – 2029 as adopted by the European Council on 28 June, emphasising the essential role of research, development and innovation for the waterborne transport sector

Uploaded: 05 Jul 2024

Norwegian waterborne transport sector underlines importance of research, development and innovation

Norwegian waterborne transport sector underlines importance of research, development and innovation

Waterborne Technology Platform met with representatives of the Norwegian waterborne transport sector, to discuss the transition towards zero-emission, digital and competitive waterborne transport

Uploaded: 04 Jul 2024

EU Blue Economy report 2024: innovation and sustainability drive growth

EU Blue Economy report 2024: innovation and sustainability drive growth

The EU Blue Economy report highlights growth of the sector in the coming years, driven by the transition to a sustainable and circular economy, the ambitious net zero climate targets, and a focus on innovation and research.

Uploaded: 04 Jun 2024

An innovative European waterborne transport sector driving our green, digital and resilient future

An innovative European waterborne transport sector driving our green, digital and resilient future

EU Member States agreed on conclusions regarding 'A competitive European industry driving our green, digital and resilient future', recognising the crucial role of innovation as well as the waterborne industry for the EU

Uploaded: 30 May 2024

Hildegunn McLernon to chair work on digitalisation at the Waterborne Technology Platform

Hildegunn McLernon to chair work on digitalisation at the Waterborne Technology Platform

The digital transformation of the European waterborne transport sector needs a coordinated approach. A working group, chaired by Hildegunn McLernon, has been established to ensure a coordinated vision and approach regarding digitalisation

Uploaded: 07 May 2024

Broad portfolio of investments needed to further reduce CO2 emissions from waterborne transport

Broad portfolio of investments needed to further reduce CO2 emissions from waterborne transport

The “2023 Report from the European Commission on CO2 Emissions from Maritime Transport” highlights the need for a broad portfolio of significant investments

Uploaded: 09 Apr 2024

EU transport sector: Europe more than ever in need of more budget for transport

EU transport sector: Europe more than ever in need of more budget for transport

43 European transport organisations, representing the key spectrum of Europe’s transport network, are again joining forces in a campaign to urge the Council and the European Parliament to increase the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) budget for transport in the upcoming review of the Multi-Annual Financial Framework.

Uploaded: 02 Apr 2024

Polish waterborne transport sector underlines importance of cooperation

Polish waterborne transport sector underlines importance of cooperation

Waterborne Technology Platform met with representatives of the Polish waterborne transport sector, to discuss the need for cooperation on RD&I concerning zero-emission, safe, digital and competitive waterborne transport

Uploaded: 26 Mar 2024

Press release - Joint Declaration

Press release - Joint Declaration

Together, we are charting a course towards a resilient, competitive, andsustainable future, ensuring that the EU’s Waterborne Transport Sectorremains a global leader and delivers quality jobs

Uploaded: 13 Mar 2024

A system-wide thinking is key for sustainable competitiveness of the waterborne transport sector

A system-wide thinking is key for sustainable competitiveness of the waterborne transport sector

The report “Research and innovation for climate neutrality by 2050 – Challenges, opportunities and the path forward” by the Publications Office of the European Union highlights the need for an ecosystem approach

Uploaded: 07 Mar 2024

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Pieter Huyskens as Chair of the Delegates Group

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Pieter Huyskens as Chair of the Delegates Group

The General Assembly of the Waterborne Technology Platform has appointed Pieter Huyskens as Chair of the Delegates Group, a key function in the association’s organisational structure

Uploaded: 21 Feb 2024

European Waterborne Technology Platform re-appoints Professor Maria Boile as Coordinator

European Waterborne Technology Platform re-appoints Professor Maria Boile as Coordinator

The General Assembly of the Waterborne Technology Platform re-appointed Professor Maria Boile as Coordinator, a key function in the association’s organisation

Uploaded: 19 Feb 2024

Waterborne Technology Platform adopts long-term strategy with focus on technology leadership

Waterborne Technology Platform adopts long-term strategy with focus on technology leadership

The long-term strategy of the Waterborne Technology Platform focuses on strengthening its leading position as a global frontrunner in developing and implementing innovative technologies

Uploaded: 16 Feb 2024

European Waterborne Technology Platform re-elects Eero Lehtovaara as Chair

European Waterborne Technology Platform re-elects Eero Lehtovaara as Chair

The Waterborne Technology Platform elected its new Board during the General Assembly of 15 February 2024

Uploaded: 15 Feb 2024

Supporting measures for the waterborne transport sector key for achieving EU 2040 climate target

Supporting measures for the waterborne transport sector key for achieving EU 2040 climate target

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the crucial role of research, innovation and the deployment of innovations as well as a number of other key measures for the waterborne transport sector to achieve the EU 2040 climate target

Uploaded: 08 Feb 2024

EU Innovation Fund is key to support the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

EU Innovation Fund is key to support the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

300 participants attended the infoday regarding the EU Innovation Fund for the waterborne transport sector, showcasing the importance of support for the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 01 Feb 2024

Research and Innovation key for a sustainable competitiveness of the waterborne value chain

Research and Innovation key for a sustainable competitiveness of the waterborne value chain

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the crucial role of research and innovation in the transition pathway for the EU mobility industrial ecosystem

Uploaded: 30 Jan 2024

European ZEWT Partnership adopts updated research and innovation strategy and investments

European ZEWT Partnership adopts updated research and innovation strategy and investments

The Partnership Board of the Co-Programmed Partnership on ZEWT adopts its updated research and innovation strategy and related investments enabling Europe to demonstrate deployable zero-emission maritime and inland ships by 2030.

Uploaded: 15 Jan 2024

Slovenia joins the Waterborne Technology Platform

Slovenia joins the Waterborne Technology Platform

The University of Ljubljana recently joined the Waterborne Technology Platform, which is now representing 119 members from 21 EU Member States and four other European countries

Uploaded: 03 Jan 2024

UK’s waterborne sector committed to the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

UK’s waterborne sector committed to the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Waterborne Technology Platform met with representatives of the waterborne transport sector in the United Kingdom, to discuss the needs for research, development and innovation, and next steps towards competitive, safe, digital and zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 06 Nov 2023

European Partnership showcases commitment to zero-emission objectives

European Partnership showcases commitment to zero-emission objectives

Highlighting significant investments by the sector, the Board of the Co-Programmed Partnership has approved its report over 2021 and 2022.

Uploaded: 25 Oct 2023

Waterborne Days conference showcases strength of the European waterborne community

Waterborne Days conference showcases strength of the European waterborne community

The European waterborne transport sector brings together over 300 participants for two days to discuss its future. All segments were represented in the collaborative conversations as the sector looks to strengthen its position as a supporter of the green and digital transition

Uploaded: 27 Sep 2023

Fostering research, development, and innovation for a sustainable blue economy

Fostering research, development, and innovation for a sustainable blue economy

The Waterborne Technology Platform and the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership (SBEP) announced enhanced cooperation which underlines both players’ firm commitment to develop a sustainable blue economy

Uploaded: 26 Sep 2023

Research and Innovation shaping the future of the waterborne transport sector

Research and Innovation shaping the future of the waterborne transport sector

In the framework of the LASTING project, the Waterborne Days Conference was kicked off with an award ceremony and signature of a new Memorandum of Understanding between leading organisations within the sector

Uploaded: 26 Sep 2023

Swedish waterborne sector engages the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Swedish waterborne sector engages the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Waterborne Technology Platform met with representatives of the Swedish waterborne transport sector, to discuss the needs for research, development and innovation, and next steps towards competitive, safe, digital and zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 06 Sep 2023

RD&I key to achieve ambitions of IMO’s revised Greenhouse Gas reduction strategy for global shipping

RD&I key to achieve ambitions of IMO’s revised Greenhouse Gas reduction strategy for global shipping

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the revision of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping

Uploaded: 10 Jul 2023

Finnish waterborne sector committed to driving innovations

Finnish waterborne sector committed to driving innovations

Waterborne Technology Platform met with representatives of the Finnish waterborne transport sector, to discuss the needs for research, development and innovation, and next steps towards competitive, digital and zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 07 Jun 2023

Deployment of innovations key for achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal

Deployment of innovations key for achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the revision of the EU ETS Directive, which will stimulate the deployment of innovative technologies

Uploaded: 26 Apr 2023

Maltese waterborne sector to contribute to the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Maltese waterborne sector to contribute to the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Representatives of the Maltese waterborne transport sector met with the Waterborne Technology Platform, discussing the needs for research, development and innovation, and next steps towards a competitive, zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 25 Apr 2023

Germany to chair the group of EU Member States and Associated Countries advising and supporting the

Germany to chair the group of EU Member States and Associated Countries advising and supporting the

Matthias Marx, from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, has been elected as its Chair at the meeting of the States Representative Group on 30 March 2023.

Uploaded: 30 Mar 2023

Research, development and innovation key for achieving the objectives laid down in the FuelEU Mariti

Research, development and innovation key for achieving the objectives laid down in the FuelEU Mariti

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the agreement to cut maritime transport emissions by promoting alternative fuels for shipping.

Uploaded: 27 Mar 2023

Long-term competitiveness of the EU: looking beyond 2030

Long-term competitiveness of the EU: looking beyond 2030

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the long-term view on competitiveness published by the European Commission, emphasizing the importance of research, development and innovation.

Uploaded: 20 Mar 2023

Waterborne TP and the Spanish waterborne transport sector boost the transition to zero-emission wate

Waterborne TP and the Spanish waterborne transport sector boost the transition to zero-emission wate

On 28 February 2023, representatives of the Spanish waterborne transport sector met the Waterborne Technology Platform to discuss the next steps in the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 28 Feb 2023

The EU: from maritime actor to sea power

The EU: from maritime actor to sea power

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the paper published by the Analysis and Research team of the Council of the European Union, underlining the importance for action to ensure the EU will ensure maritime strategic autonomy as soon as possible

Uploaded: 20 Feb 2023

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership is the catalyst of record investments

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership is the catalyst of record investments

Showcasing a significant amount of investments, the Board of the Co-Programmed partnership has adopted its strategy for 2023.

Uploaded: 15 Jan 2023

Waterborne TP and the Greek shipping sector strengthen the competitive edge of European Research, De

Waterborne TP and the Greek shipping sector strengthen the competitive edge of European Research, De

Representatives of the Greek shipping sector met the Waterborne Technology Platform to discuss the opportunities and challenges of the sector

Uploaded: 07 Dec 2022

Fostering research, development and innovation of batteries for the waterborne transport sector

Fostering research, development and innovation of batteries for the waterborne transport sector

The Batteries European Partnership Association (BEPA) and Waterborne Technology Platform sign a Joint Declaration which underscores both player's firm commitment to working on the future of electrified waterborne transport.

Uploaded: 25 Nov 2022

European waterborne transport sector committed to develop and deploy innovative solutions for the be

European waterborne transport sector committed to develop and deploy innovative solutions for the be

High level representatives from both public and private waterborne transport stakeholders underlined their commitment regarding research and innovation during SMM Hamburg

Uploaded: 06 Sep 2022

A European Ocean Fund

A European Ocean Fund

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the European Parliament’s suggested new Ocean Fund, which will further support the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 28 Jun 2022

REPower Waterborne Transport

REPower Waterborne Transport

The Waterborne Technology Platform is committed to develop solutions for the transition to zero-emission waterborne transport, whilst recognising the need for a diversified portfolio of sustainable alternative fuels.

Uploaded: 25 May 2022

The European waterborne sector aspires full digitalization

The European waterborne sector aspires full digitalization

The Waterborne Technology Platform will develop a roadmap to ensure that the potential of the digital transformation of the waterborne sector is fully unlocked.

Uploaded: 24 May 2022

Waterborne transport sector presents innovative solutions to the benefit of future generations

Waterborne transport sector presents innovative solutions to the benefit of future generations

During a waterborne transport workshop organised on 07 February 2022, the European waterborne transport sector presented the key results of 7 years of investments in Research, Development and Innovation in the framework of Horizon 2020

Uploaded: 07 Feb 2022

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership adopts investment strategy

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership adopts investment strategy

The Partnership Board of the Co-Programmed Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne transport adopted its investment strategy which will enable Europe to demonstrate deployable zero emission maritime and inland ships by 2030.

Uploaded: 13 Dec 2021

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Jaap Gebraad as Secretary General

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Jaap Gebraad as Secretary General

The Board of Directors of the Waterborne Technology Platform appointed Jaap Gebraad as Secretary General, in order to be able to strengthen the functioning of the growing organisation.

Uploaded: 08 Dec 2021

Waterborne Transport Innovation delivering on the European Green Deal

Waterborne Transport Innovation delivering on the European Green Deal

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the applicability of the EU Innovation fund to deploy highly innovative technologies that can bring significant emission reductions in the Waterborne Transport Sector.

Uploaded: 29 Oct 2021

European Waterborne Technology Platform expands its membership

European Waterborne Technology Platform expands its membership

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes Estonia, the Republic of Ireland and Lithuania, underlining the importance of the activities of the Platform.

Uploaded: 28 Oct 2021

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Professor Maria Boile as Coordinator

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Professor Maria Boile as Coordinator

The Board of Directors of the Waterborne Technology Platform appointed Professor Maria Boile as ad-interim Coordinator, a key function in the Associations new organisational structure.

Uploaded: 07 Oct 2021

Towards future-proof inland waterway transport in Europe

Towards future-proof inland waterway transport in Europe

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the resolution of the European Parliament on the future of inland waterway transport in Europe.

Uploaded: 20 Sep 2021

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Eero Lehtovaara as new chair

European Waterborne Technology Platform appoints Eero Lehtovaara as new chair

The Waterborne Technology Platform elected its new Board during the General Assembly of 15 September 2021.

Uploaded: 15 Sep 2021

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership adopts research and innovation strategy

European Zero Emission Waterborne Transport Partnership adopts research and innovation strategy

On 7 September 2021, the Partnership Board of the Co-Programmed Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne transport adopted its strategy which will enable Europe to demonstrate deployable zero emission maritime and inland ships by 2030.

Uploaded: 07 Sep 2021

European Waterborne Technology Platform expands its membership

European Waterborne Technology Platform expands its membership

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes its 100th member on 3 August 2021, underlining the importance of the activities of the Platform

Uploaded: 05 Aug 2021

The European Union is scaling up investments in innovative technologies to achieve zero-emission wat

The European Union is scaling up investments in innovative technologies to achieve zero-emission wat

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the selection of waterborne transport projects in the framework of the EU Innovation Fund

Uploaded: 28 Jul 2021

Delivering the European Green Deal

Delivering the European Green Deal

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the “Fit for 55 Package” as adopted by the European Commission, to be able to achieve the European Green Deal objectives

Uploaded: 19 Jul 2021

Towards Future-proof Inland Waterway Transport in Europe

Towards Future-proof Inland Waterway Transport in Europe

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the initiatives of both the European Commission and the European Parliament towards future-proof Inland Waterway Transport

Uploaded: 06 Jul 2021

European Partnership to make Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport a reality before 2050

European Partnership to make Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport a reality before 2050

On 23 June, the European Commission and the Waterborne Technology Platform signed a Memorandum of Understand (MoU) for a Co-Programmed Partnership under the framework of Horizon Europe, investing up to 3.8 billion EUR in research and innovation

Uploaded: 23 Jun 2021

European Commission adopts the MoU regarding the cPP on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

European Commission adopts the MoU regarding the cPP on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

On 14 June 2021, the European Commission adopted the Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Co-Programmed Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport in the framework of Horizon Europe

Uploaded: 14 Jun 2021

Developing a sustainable blue economy in the European Union

Developing a sustainable blue economy in the European Union

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the new approach for a sustainable blue economy in the EU as proposed by the European Commission on 17 May 2021.

Uploaded: 25 May 2021

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the resolution of the European Parliament, paving the wa

The Waterborne Technology Platform welcomes the resolution of the European Parliament, paving the wa

On 27 April, the European Parliament adopted a resolution regarding “technical and operational measures for more efficient and cleaner maritime transport”. The resolution underlines the economic and strategic importance of waterborne transport for the EU. It also recognizes the waterborne sector as a key factor in the economic, social and territorial cohesion of the EU. At the same time, a climate-neutral transition of the waterborne transport sector by 2050 is needed in order to achieve the goals of the Green Deal.

Uploaded: 28 Apr 2021

Joint Declaration Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Europe Research and Waterborne Technology Platform

Joint Declaration Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Europe Research and Waterborne Technology Platform

Joint Declaration as signed between Hydrogen Europe, Hydrogen Europe Research and the Waterborne Technology Platform. This declaration is aimed at strengthening the collaboration and cooperation between the cPP on “Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport” and the Joint Undertaking “Clean Hydrogen for Europe”.

Uploaded: 24 Feb 2021

Joint Research, Development and Innovation Strategy towards Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

Joint Research, Development and Innovation Strategy towards Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

Open Consultation confirms Strategic Research and Innovation Approach of the European Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

Uploaded: 21 Oct 2020

A European Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda for Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

A European Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda for Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport

The publication of the draft Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda for Open Consultation

Uploaded: 10 Jul 2020

The future of waterborne transport is carbon-neutral, zero-accidents, automated and competitive

The future of waterborne transport is carbon-neutral, zero-accidents, automated and competitive

Council Conclusions on "EU Waterborne Transport Sector – Future Outlook”

Uploaded: 06 Jun 2020

Realizing Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport to the benefit of future generations

Realizing Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport to the benefit of future generations

European Partnership on zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 02 Jun 2020

EU Waterborne Transport Sector – Future outlook

EU Waterborne Transport Sector – Future outlook

Towards a carbon-neutral, zero accidents, automated and competitive EU Waterborne Transport Sector

Uploaded: 17 Mar 2020

December 2019 - Paving the way towards zero-emission waterborne transport

December 2019 - Paving the way towards zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 17 Dec 2019

Waterborne transport conference 29 November 2019

Waterborne transport conference 29 November 2019

Uploaded: 29 Nov 2019

Memorandum of Understanding Alice - Waterborne

Memorandum of Understanding Alice - Waterborne

Uploaded: 29 Nov 2019

November 2019 - Coordinated Research and Innovation for zero-emission waterborne transport as part o

November 2019 - Coordinated Research and Innovation for zero-emission waterborne transport as part o

Coordinated Research and Innovation for zero-emission waterborne transport as part of the European Green Deal

Uploaded: 28 Oct 2019

October 2019

The Waterborne Technology Platform is committed to contribute to the European Green Deal by means of zero-emission waterborne transport

Uploaded: 10 Oct 2019

May 2019

Hydrogen Europe and Waterborne Technology Platform sign Memorandum of Understanding

Uploaded: 01 May 2019

March 2019

The Waterborne Sector welcomes the agreement on Horizon Europe

Uploaded: 20 Mar 2019

January 2019

Fit for the Future – An ambitious Research and Development Agenda for the European Waterborne Sector

Uploaded: 22 Jan 2019

May 2018

TRA 2018 marked the finale phase in the renaissance of the WATERBORNE Technology Platform

Uploaded: 16 May 2018