The CCNR publishes its Market Insight/April 2026

04.05.2026

The new report on European inland navigation, drafted by the Central Commission for the Navigation of the Rhine (CCNR) in partnership with the European Commission, has just been published.

Press release

New report on “Shipbuilding in inland navigation”

06.03.2026

The report examines the current state, challenges, opportunities and outlook of the IWT shipbuilding industry in Europe.

Workshop: new markets

06.03.2026

In partnership with the European Commission, the CCNR is organising a workshop on "Market opportunities for IWT in Europe’s energy and circular transition" (24 June 2026 in Brussels).

Priorities for the new Swiss Presidency for 2026-2027

30.01.2026

From 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2027, Switzerland will hold the Presidency of the CCNR. Germany will take on the Vice Presidency.

President: Ambassador Roland Portmann, head of the Swiss delegation

Press release

Appointment of the new Secretary General of the CCNR

19.12.2025

The delegations of the CCNR have appointed Mrs Hester Duursema as the new Secretary General of the CCNR, with effect from 1st January 2026. She will succeed Mrs Lucia Luijten, whose term of office expires at the end of December.

Press release