ADN 2008 - European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways

This French translation of ADN consists of a main legal text and the updated version of the annexed Regulations.

These aim to: ensure a high level of safety in the international carriage of dangerous goods by inland waterways; contribute effectively to the protection of the environment by preventing any pollution resulting from accidents or incidents during such carriage; and, facilitate transport operations and promote international trade of chemicals.

The annexed Regulations contain: provisions concerning dangerous substances and articles; provisions concerning their carriage in packages and in bulk on board inland navigation vessels and tank vessels; provisions concerning the construction and operation of such vessels; and, requirements and procedures for inspections, issue of certificates of approval, recognition of classification societies, monitoring, training and examination of experts.