Inland waterway transport in Ecuador

What is inland waterway transport?

They are the modes of transport that exist in lakes, rivers, and canals that are endowed with an adequate depth to be able to navigate.

Importance

This type of transport is very important in the contemporaneous economy since it deals with the movement of goods, merchandise, and passengers to and from areas that are difficult to access. Compared to other modes of transport, it is reliable and highly energy efficient.

Transport of this type is a competitive alternative option to road and rail. This offers a respectful alternative to the environment, to which Mariloginsa pays special attention, in terms of energy consumption and noise emissions. In addition, a high degree of safety is guaranteed, especially when it comes to the transport of dangerous goods.

Types of passenger transport

Passenger transport can be divided into public transport services and tourist transport.

Mariloginsa specializes in passenger transportation, mainly to the different oil rig places located in remote areas of the Ecuadorian Amazon, where the only access is by the river. In this way, we contribute to the development of the country and its fundamental economic activity.

On the other hand, Mariloginsa carries out the international agency of the vessels in the main river ports of the country, located in the Amazon. Climate adversities and the variation in river levels are some of the challenges we face, always with a positive attitude focused on solving problems.?

Features of inland waterway transport

Can be:

1- Regular line services

2- Boat services without a fixed route

3- Oil tanker services

Advantages

It presents important advantages since in many cases the population that benefits from this mode of transport do not have access to the sea. Without the use of river transport, the different and varied communities of the Amazon would be forced to use land transport and therefore their activities would be limited. It is of great economic importance as it allows the movement of larger volumes of materials and people. And finally, it is more economical, practical, and in the short term, with low rates of accidents and contamination. Always prioritizing respect and care for the flora and fauna where we work.

Inland waterway transport boats

The boats can be classified into:

1- Freighters. Mainly merchandise ships.

2- Container ships.

3- Tankers. Tankers and other ships are designed to transport liquids, fuels, and hydrocarbons.

4- Passenger ships.

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