ERASMUS+ joint project ARIELL
We Navigate Beyond Boundaries
Transformative Learning in Inland Waterways Education with Simulators and Digital Innovations
About the Ariell project
Inland Waterway Transport (IWT) is more than a mode of transport – it’s a vital European network that flows across borders, cultures, and communities, connecting the continent through rivers like the Rhine and Danube.
With the Ariell project, we bring together leading universities, research institutes, vocational training centers, and IWT companies to redefine the future of inland navigation education and training.
Project objectives
The ARIELL project is committed to modernizing inland waterway transport (IWT) education and training across Europe.
Our aim
To develop simulator-based digital learning modules and integrate them into the existing curricula for the vocational training of inland navigation operators.
Innovative training programmes that aim to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability
At ARIELL, we unite top European education, training and research institutes to transform inland navigation.
As the sector undergoes rapid transformation — driven by digitalization, decarbonization and automation — so must the education and training that supports it. ARIELL answers this need by developing innovative training models, from simulator-based exercises to flexible e-learning paths, ensuring that both new and experienced professionals are equipped with the skills they need to succeed in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.