maritimeinland
Maritime inland is a logistics concept describing the integration of maritime transport with inland waterway networks and hinterland logistics. It covers the movement of goods through seaborne routes connected to rivers, canals and lakes, leveraging inland ports, barges and intermodal terminals to bridge seaborne supply chains with continental markets.
Historical and contemporary practice shows inland waterways as a cost-effective and energy-efficient corridor for bulk and
Key infrastructure includes inland ports and dry ports, canal networks, locks and dredging, barges capable of
Benefits include reduced road congestion, lower emissions per ton-km for bulk cargo, cost savings on certain
Looking ahead, digital tools, alternative propulsion, and port-centric logistics are shaping maritime inland development. Policy aims