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Communications
The Corporate Communications team is available for media information and corporate inquiries:
Corporate Headquarter:
UNITED WATERWAYS AG
Nauenstrasse 63
CH-4052 Basel
Media relations:
E-Mail: communications@unitedwaterways.com
Telephone: +41 58 58 9 8000
We are proud to be a member and supporter of the following associations:
We believe collaboration, shared knowledge, and unified standards are essential for sustainable growth and excellence. Our participation in several key industry associations demonstrates our dedication to responsible tourism, environmental stewardship, and maintaining the highest safety and service standards. These memberships enable us to stay informed about industry developments, contribute to the shaping of the future of cruise travel, and work collectively toward a more sustainable and innovative cruise sector.
The World Tourism Alliance (WTA) is a non-governmental, non-profitable international tourism organization based in China. promoting tourism for peace, development, and poverty alleviation. Upholding its vision of “Better Tourism, Better Life, Better World”, WTA is committed to promoting tourism for peace, development and poverty alleviation.
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is the world’s largest cruise industry trade association, it acts as a unified voice and leading authority for the global cruise community, representing cruise lines, maritime leaders, ports, destinations, and cruise travel professionals. CLIA advocates for safe, secure, and sustainable cruise travel.
IG RiverCruise is a European river cruise association. It represents the interests of river cruise companies, promoting safety, training, and environmental protection in the industry. With headquarters in Basel, Switzerland, the association represents over 90% of the european river cruise market and supports sustainable practices.
Swiss Shipping and Port Association (SVS) is an association representing the interests of Swiss shipping, particularly in the field of cargo and passenger shipping on the Rhine, and of transhipment and storage companies in Swiss Rhine ports. It promotes sustainable transport, and works with authorities and international partners.
River Cruise Europe is a community for all organizations involved in the European river cruise industry. Founded on the belief that strong collaboration across the entire river cruise chain is essential, the association welcomes not only ports but also cruise lines, destination management companies, service providers, and cruise clubs.