IRPT and European Federation of Inland Ports sign MOU
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Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals, Inc. (IRPT) and the European Federation of Inland Ports<\/a> (EFIP) announced October 14 a transatlantic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) focused on modernizing infrastructure, expanding commercial opportunities, and accelerating knowledge-sharing across the inland waterway freight network. The collaboration underscores both organizations\u2019 commitment to \u201cnavigating what\u2019s next\u201d for ports, terminals, and shippers on both sides of the Atlantic.<\/p>\n \u201cBy aligning America\u2019s inland river system with Europe\u2019s inland port network, we can accelerate modernization, share proven practices, and create investable opportunities that benefit communities and supply chains alike,\u201d said Aimee Andres, executive director of IRPT. \u201cThis partnership positions inland waterways as a connected, global system that is ready to navigate what\u2019s next.\u201d<\/p>\n The partnership is designed to strengthen collaboration between American and European inland ports and terminals, while expanding the commercial potential of port and terminal assets. Together, IRPT and EFIP aim to cultivate investment-grade logistics and terminal ventures, share best practices in operations, policy, and technology, and foster public-private partnerships that enhance revenues and resilience. By advancing joint initiatives and research, the MOU seeks to shape the future of maritime transportation and create lasting value for global trade.<\/p>\n The MOU signing took place during a ceremony on October 1 in Milwaukee, Wis. <\/p>\n IRPT<\/a> is a U.S.-based nonprofit (est. 1974) serving 500+ members across 11 river basins, advocating for the value of inland river transportation and supporting the ports, terminals, and service providers that keep America\u2019s supply chains moving. <\/p>\n EFIP (est. 1994) represents nearly 200 inland ports and port authorities in 18 European nations, plus Switzerland, Serbia, and Ukraine, advancing policies and practices that strengthen the role of inland ports in sustainable freight mobility. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n The post IRPT and European Federation of Inland Ports sign MOU<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nAbout Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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