EU Support
Climate Resilience of the Upper Rhine Ports
The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in Western Europe have at times led to significant disruptions in transport operations at ports along the Upper Rhine. This has raised important questions regarding the long-term competitiveness of the region as a business and logistics location.
Considering ongoing global climate change, it is essential to assess the vulnerability of port infrastructure to future weather extremes and their potential impacts. At the same time, ensuring the continued role of ports as key industrial hubs and multimodal logistics gateways remains a strategic priority.
The CRANE project (Climate Resilience of the Upper Rhine Ports) addresses these challenges by enabling ports along the Upper Rhine to develop forward-looking adaptation strategies based on a robust understanding of future climate risks.
Through the implementation of these strategies, the participating ports aim to strengthen both their own resilience and that of the regional economy. The project is supported by leading research institutions, ensuring a strong scientific foundation for all activities.
CRANE Project
Challenges
- Increasing frequency of severe weather events leading to restrictions on transport services
- Concerns about the competitiveness of economic locations
- Vulnerability of port infrastructure to future weather extremes and their potential impacts
Approaches / Solutions
- Development of an adaptation strategy based on a solid understanding of climate risks
- Enhancing the resilience of both port infrastructure and the wider economy in the Upper Rhine Region
- Project activities in close cooperation with renowned research partners
