Inland passenger water transport

NACE v2.1 Code: H50.3

About inland passenger water transport

NACE code 50.3, 'Inland passenger water transport', represents a crucial industry within the broader transportation and logistics sector. This industry encompasses the movement of passengers via waterways, such as rivers, canals, and lakes, using a variety of vessels. As a vital component of the intermodal transportation network, inland passenger water transport plays a significant role in connecting communities, facilitating tourism, and supporting the overall economic development of regions with navigable waterways.

Production process

The main production techniques used in the inland passenger water transport industry involve the operation of various types of vessels, including ferries, water taxis, and cruise boats. These vessels are designed to safely and efficiently transport passengers across inland waterways, often adhering to strict safety regulations and environmental standards. The industry relies on skilled captains, crew, and support staff to ensure the smooth and reliable operation of these transportation services.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the inland passenger water transport industry include the vessels themselves, which can range from small, agile boats to larger, more sophisticated passenger ships. Additionally, the industry requires access to well-maintained waterways, port infrastructure, and supporting facilities such as docks, terminals, and fueling stations. Skilled labor, including captains, engineers, and customer service personnel, is another essential input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of the inland passenger water transport industry is the safe and efficient movement of passengers across inland waterways. This service supports a variety of economic activities, including 49.1 Passenger rail transport, interurban, 49.3 Other passenger land transport, and 55.1 Hotels and similar accommodation, as passengers may use inland water transport to access these other modes of transportation or tourist destinations. The industry also contributes to the overall accessibility and connectivity of communities located near navigable waterways.

Revisions to 50.3

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 50.3. The most recent 1 version of this code (50.3) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 50.3.

Family tree for inland passenger water transport

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H'>H: TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50'>50: Water transport</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50/3'>50.3: Inland passenger water transport</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50/1'>50.1: Sea and coastal passenger water transport</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50/2'>50.2: Sea and coastal freight water transport</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50/4'>50.4: Inland freight water transport</a>"]

    C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/50/30'>50.30: Inland passenger water transport</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level3
class E level3
class F level3
class G level4

  class C highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class C highlight