Towards the Development of the European Inland Waterway Network – a Feasibility Assessment for the Odra River

Robert Banasiak (), Dorota Dybkowska-Stefek and Stanisław Kostecki
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Robert Banasiak: Institute of Meteorology and Water Management – National Research Institute
Dorota Dybkowska-Stefek: Zarząd Morskich Portów Morskich Szczecin i Świnoujście S.A.
Stanisław Kostecki: Wrocław University of Science and Technology

Water Resources Management: An International Journal, Published for the European Water Resources Association (EWRA), 2025, vol. 39, issue 5, No 19, 2335-2356

Abstract: Abstract The Odra River, one of Europe’s major rivers, forms a crucial link in the European Waterway network. It suffers from degraded infrastructure and challenging hydrological conditions, which reduce flow depths and navigation periods. Recent shifts in societal and political perspectives towards energy-efficient and environmentally friendly transport have renewed interest in developing the Odra as both a national and international waterway. Poland’s accession to the European Agreement on Main Inland Waterways of International Importance (AGN) in 2017 underscores its commitment to elevating the Odra to international standards. The article presents a new concept that combines navigational improvements with the enhancement of the Odra’s environmental potential. It discusses the underlying conditions and assumptions of the concept, including hydrological and morphological factors, environmental and infrastructure considerations, and the methods and scope for implementing necessary investments. The article also assesses the feasibility of revitalizing and developing this European waterway, as well as presents opportunities and threats, including dilemmas related to environmental protection.

Keywords: Inland navigation; The Odra River; Waterway development; Feasibility study (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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