German waterways get giant funding boost

The German Government has earmarked €800 million for work on the country’s vital inland waterway system as users warn of lock breakdowns and aging infrastructures on the internationally important network, reports Tom Todd.

German Mittelland Canal renovations. Berlin has pledged cash for more work like this. (Photo: Tom Todd)

The German Government has earmarked €800 million for work on the country’s vital inland waterway system as users warn of lock breakdowns and aging infrastructures on the internationally important network, reports Tom Todd.