Target
- Development of a multimodal terminal for inland shipping.
- Strengthening of the transport network in Flanders and specifically in the province of Limburg.
- Realisation of a modal shift from road freight transport to inland shipping.
Important features
Multimodality
The terminal will have good connections to the road network and the train terminals in Genk, which increases the efficiency and flexibility of transport.
Sustainability
The focus is on reducing traffic congestion and the emission of harmful substances by promoting inland shipping as a means of transport.
Economic growth
The project will stimulate private investment, promote sustainable economic growth and increase direct and indirect employment in the region.
Financing
Total Investment Budget
Approximately 40 million euros.
European Support via EFRO
1.5 million euros subsidy.
Expected benefits
Future-proofing the Transport Sector
Improved infrastructure and efficiency in freight transport.
Traffic congestion
Reducing the pressure on the roads by increasing the use of inland shipping.
Environmental benefits
Lower emissions of harmful substances due to the modal shift.
Economic development
Stimulation of investments and employment in Limburg.
Conclusion
The construction of the Port of Limburg plays a crucial role in the modernisation and sustainability of the transport sector in Limburg. With European support via ERDF and a significant private investment, this new inland port will become a central link in the multimodal transport network of the region.
