Ports of Lille consists of 12 multi-modal inland ports and container Terminal along Deûle canal to create intermodal solutions for the economy and surroundings. Managed by Voies Navigables de France, Ports of Lille collaborates with various stakeholders to develop port activities sustainably.
The arrival of the Seine-Scheldt Project in 2030 will unlock Deûle canal’s development potential for economic growth, living environment, logistics, mobility, biodiversity, and tourism.
Key Challenges
How can we connect stakeholders for innovative and sustainable solutions while ensuring safety, port activities' acceptability, and boosting Greater Lille's attractiveness.
Realised Experiments
- Ports of Lille installed 4 clear visual signs specifically designed for waterway users that deliver simple messages
- Along the riverbanks, an engaging sign has been installed, showcasing five key points of interest for visitors to explore
Latest News
Find out more about the pilot area in our latest Project News.
After months of engaging stakeholders and developing prototypes, Ports de Lille kicked off an exciting experiment at the end of July. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the Connected River project.
Ports of Lille, accompanied by its Innovation Coach, organized two workshops at the end of 2024. These workshops aimed to gather the expectations and needs of stakeholders connected to the waterway to build a shared collective vision.
What does a trans-European infrastructure project have to do with conflicts of use and an Interreg North Sea project? - A lot!
From 12 to 14 September, the second project meeting of "Connected River" took place and all partners came together in the pilot area of "Ports de Lille" in France. The meeting focused on developing innovative solutions for the conflicting uses on the Deûle River.
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