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1 EUROPEAN COMMISSION Brussels, C(2015) 8568 final COMMISSION DECISION of amending Decision C(2013) 6939 concerning the granting of Union financial aid for projects of common interest LNG Masterplan for Rhine-Main-Danube EU S - in the field of the trans-european transport networks (TEN-T) (ONLY THE BULGARIAN, CZECH, DUTCH, FRENCH, GERMAN, GREEK, ITALIAN, ROMANIAN AND SLOVAK TEXTS ARE AUTHENTIC) EN EN

2 COMMISSION DECISION of amending Decision C(2013) 6939 concerning the granting of Union financial aid for projects of common interest LNG Masterplan for Rhine-Main-Danube EU S - in the field of the trans-european transport networks (TEN-T) (ONLY THE BULGARIAN, CZECH, DUTCH, FRENCH, GERMAN, GREEK, ITALIAN, ROMANIAN AND SLOVAK TEXTS ARE AUTHENTIC) THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION, Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, Having regard to Regulation (EC) No 680/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2007 laying down general rules for the granting of Community financial aid in the field of the trans-european transport and energy networks 1, Whereas: (1) By Decision C(2013) 6939, the Commission approved the granting of Union financial support to A3PS - Austrian Agency for Alternative Propulsion Systems, Erste Group Bank AG, EVN AG, FH OÖ Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH, Pro Danube Management GmbH, Gemeentelijk Havenbedrijf Antwerpen, Bulmarket DM Ltd., Asociace NGV o.s., DST Entwicklungszentrum für Schiffstechnik und Transportsysteme e.v., Germanischer Lloyd SE, Universität Duisburg Essen, Port autonome de Strasbourg, Chemgas Barging S.ár.l., Argos Bunkering B.V., Chemgas Holding B.V., DCL Barge B.V., Havenbedrijf Rotterdam N.V., Stichting STC-Group, Kooiman Marine B.V., LNG E-motion BV, National Company The Maritime Danube Ports Administration Joint Stock Company Galati, Ceronav - Centrul Român pentru Pregătirea şi Perfecţionarea Personalului din Transporturi Navale, Compania De Navigatie Fluviala Romana Navrom S.A., Transport Trade Services S.A., University of Craiova, Danube LNG European Economic Interest Grouping, Výskumný ústav dopravný, a. s., Staatliche Rhein-Neckar-Hafengesellschaft Mannheim mbh, LINZ AG für Energie, Telekommunikation, Verkehr und Kommunale Dienste, Italian Republic, Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Bodewes Binnenvaart B.V. and Bernhard Schulte (Cyprus) Ltd in relation to the project of common interest LNG Masterplan for Rhine-Main-Danube EU S - in the field of the trans-european transport networks (TEN-T). (2) In its letter of 7 July 2015, the company Pro Danube Management GmbH as Technical Coordinator requested to reflect the withdrawal of the co-beneficiary Bodewes 1 OJ L 162, , p.1. EN 2 EN

3 Binnenvaart B.V. and its replacement with Scheepswerf Damen Hardinxveld B.V. In addition it is necessary to reflect changes relating to the cancellation and downscaling of pilot deployments in activity 5, the adjusted description of activities and the necessary budget breakdown adaptation as a result of the ongoing Action implementation. Furthermore, two beneficiaries, namely A3PS - Austrian Agency for Alternative Propulsion Systems and Germanischer Lloyd SE, have also changed their company names, and three others, namely Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Chemgas Holding B.V. and Danube LNG European Economic Interest Grouping, have changed addresses. (3) All 12 Member States involved in the Action endorsed the amendment request. The total budget of the Action is reduced from 80,520,000 to 33,967,845. (4) The proposed alterations serve the Union transport policy objectives, notably with respect to the completion of the Trans-European transport network. (5) The measures provided for in this Decision do not affect the eligibility of the project for Union support, HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION: Article 1 Decision C(2013) 6939 is amended as follows: (1) In Article 1 paragraph 1 is replaced by the following: "1. Financial aid is awarded to: A3PS - Austrian Association for Advanced Propulsion Systems Erste Group Bank AG EVN AG FH OÖ Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH Pro Danube Management GmbH Gemeentelijk Havenbedrijf Antwerpen Bulmarket DM Ltd. Asociace NGV o.s. DST Entwicklungszentrum für Schiffstechnik und Transportsysteme e.v. DNV GL SE Universität Duisburg Essen Port autonome de Strasbourg EN 3 EN

4 Chemgas Barging S.ár.l. Argos Bunkering B.V. Chemgas Holding B.V. DCL Barge B.V. Havenbedrijf Rotterdam N.V. Stichting STC-Group Kooiman Marine B.V. LNG E-motion BV National Company The Maritime Danube Ports Administration Joint Stock Company Galati Ceronav - Centrul Român pentru Pregătirea şi Perfecţionarea Personalului din Transporturi Navale Compania De Navigatie Fluviala Romana Navrom S.A. Transport Trade Services S.A. University of Craiova Danube LNG European Economic Interest Grouping Výskumný ústav dopravný, a.s. Staatliche Rhein-Neckar-Hafengesellschaft Mannheim mbh LINZ AG für Energie, Telekommunikation, Verkehr und Kommunale Dienste Italian Republic Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH Scheepswerf Damen Hardinxveld B.V. Bernhard Schulte (Cyprus) Ltd referred to as the beneficiaries for the action entitled LNG Masterplan for Rhine- Main-Danube ( the action ), under the terms and conditions set out in this Decision and its Annexes." (2) Article 2 is replaced by the following: EN 4 EN

5 Article 2 Financing the Action Union financial aid of no more than EUR 16,983, (in words: sixteen million, nine hundred and eighty three thousand, nine hundred and twenty two, fifty cents) is hereby granted to the beneficiaries." (3) Annex II is replaced by the following: "ANNEX II: DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTION AND ESTIMATED BUDGET Article II.1: Financial Aid Granted Grant for studies II.1.1 Form of financial aid granted II.1.2 Project of common interest 1800 Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube inland waterway axis (Part of this route corresponds to the definition of pan-european corridor VII) Article II.2: Technical Information II.2.1 Period of implementation of the action 1. Start date of the Action: 01/01/ Completion date of the Action: 31/12/2015. II.2.2 Location of the action 1. Member States: Romania, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Italy, Czech Republic, Cyprus 2. Region(s) (using the NUTS 2 nomenclature): Sud - Muntenia, Sud-Est, Sud- Vest Oltenia, Vest, Severen tsentralen, Severozapaden, Bratislavsky kraj, Zapadne Slovensko, Stredne Slovensko, Oberösterreich, Niederösterreich, Wien, Darmstadt, Düsseldorf, Freiburg, Karlsruhe, Koblenz, Köln, Mittelfranken, Niederbayern, Oberbayern, Oberfranken, Oberpfalz, Rheinhessen-Pfalz, Saarland, Stuttgart, Trier, Unterfranken, Noord-Brabant, Zuid-Holland, Gelderland, Zeeland, Luxembourg (Grand-Duché), Prov. Antwerpen, Alsace, Lombardia, Jihovychod, Jihozapad, Moravskoslezsko, Praha, Severovychod, Severozapad, Stredni Cechy, Stredni Morava, Kypros / Kibris 3. Geographical coordinates EN 5 EN

6 Long (X)* Lat (Y)* Start point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point Interim point End point *Longitude and Latitude must be in WGS84 format with an accuracy of at least 5 decimal places EN 6 EN

7 II.2.3 Activities and milestones of the action 1. Main objectives of the action The European Commission, in its Transport 2050 Strategy (COM (2011) 144 final) calls for breaking the oil dependence of transport and sets a target of 60% greenhouse gas emissions reduction from transport by Low-CO2 alternatives to oil are indispensable for a gradual decarbonisation of transport towards the EU target of a 60% reduction of CO2 emissions from transport by 2050, but the market development of alternative fuels, including LNG refuelling points for maritime and inland waterway transport, is still held back by technological and commercial short-comings, lack of consumer acceptance and missing adequate infrastructure. The Action's overall objective is therefore to prepare and to launch the full-scale deployment of LNG as environmental friendly and efficient fuel and cargo in the inland navigation sector within the Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube axis and to exploit synergies in deployments and operation of LNG infrastructure. It is a combined effort from sea and inland ports, authorities and barge and terminal operators, as well as logistic service providers, which will remove market barriers and take the first steps in realising a new LNG supply chain. To deliver on the overall objective of the Action, there are two specific objectives, which will be met by carrying out six defined activities within the Action. The first specific objective is to elaborate a comprehensive strategy with a detailed roadmap and appropriate guidelines and recommendations for the implementation of LNG as a fuel and cargo on the Rhine/Meuse- Main-Danube axis. This objective will be met by compiling a Masterplan for the LNG implementation on Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube (activity 4). The Masterplan will be widely disseminated at local, national and European levels of decision and policy makers (activity 6). It consists of market, technical and regulatory assessments (respectively activities 1, 2 and 4), feasibility studies (activity 3) and education and training materials, e-learning modules & pilot simulators (activity 4). It also comprises results and lessons learned from pilot deployments of LNG vessels and terminals (activity 5). The Masterplan therefore follows an integrated approach and encompasses the full LNG logistic chain from the supplier through the carriers and distribution network to the end user, resulting in a detailed strategy to implement LNG as a fuel and cargo on the Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube axis. The second specific objective is to test, operate and monitor LNG deployment in a set of six pilot components. The pilot deployments (activity 5) will interact with the Action's other activities and will be performed by barge and terminal operators, logistics service providers as well as shipyards together with their commercial partners and suppliers. All pilots will cover parts of an entire LNG supply chain from the LNG import terminal to the end-client. To ensure the Action is delivered on time and within budget, Project Management has been separated out as a distinct activity (activity 6). The purchase of equipment or hardware foreseen in this action is part of its objective. The full purchase cost is therefore eligible provided that it satisfies the criteria set out in Article III The fulfilment of EU Environmental Law, in particular provisions of EIA, SEA, Natura and WF Directives, is a pre-condition for the TEN-T financial aid. The compulsory assessments must be duly completed and approved by the competent authority according to national and international law before the start of any physical intervention. 2. Activities EN 7 EN

8 Activity number Activity name Indicative start date Indicative end date Milestone number 1 Framework & Market Analysis 2 Technologies & Operational Concepts 3 Vessel & Terminal Solutions 01/01/ /06/2015 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 01/07/ /06/2015 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 01/01/ /12/ , 12, 13, 14, 15 4 Regulatory Framework Masterplan 5 Pilot Deployment 6 Project Management 3. Activity description & 01/01/ /12/ , 17, 18, 19, 20 01/04/ /12/ , 22, 23, 24, 25 01/01/ /12/ , 27, 28, 29, 30 Activity 1 - Framework & Market Analysis This activity will partly address the first specific objective by investigating and assessing framework conditions, supply markets and market opportunities for the implementation of LNG as fuel and cargo on Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube. Special attention will be paid to a comprehensive impact analysis addressing safety, ecology and socio-economic aspects of the LNG introduction. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 1.1 Status Quo Analysis & Trends: the objective is to provide a detailed analysis and evaluation of the current LNG implementation in the maritime, inland water as well as in road transport. An overview of the relevant regulatory framework on European/regional/national level will be provided, gaps and open issues to be addressed will be identified. Qualitative and quantitative data will be collected based on existing studies and business reports to demonstrate trends for the use of LNG and benchmarks will be defined as reference for possible improvements. 1.2 LNG Supply Analysis: the objective is to identify possible LNG sourcing options (supply chain scenarios) and to evaluate them against each other as well towards the current fuel options. The work contains the elaboration of cost scenarios for identified LNG supply chain options, which will be an important input for the LNG Demand Analysis as price is the decisive factor for the magnitude of potential demand and for the cost-effectiveness of any investment in LNG infrastructure and vessels. 1.3 LNG Demand Analysis: the objective is to investigate market potentials of LNG as fuel for vessels and road vehicles and as an energy source for industry. This includes detailed market analysis, identification of potential LNG customers, dedicated interviews with key EN 8 EN

9 users and awareness creation by events, where vehicle manufacturers will be present. Market analysis will be carried out to assess LNG demand for scaling investment in the pilot phase and to identify additional pioneer customers, which will provide a reliable base-load. The demand analyses will be done on a national/regional level to answer market outlooks of participating ports based on the same methodology allowing general conclusions. 1.4 Impact Analysis: Safety, ecology & socio-economic aspects: the objective is to provide an assessment of the LNG as fuel and as cargo with regard to safety, ecology and socioeconomic aspects. The work will consider already existing studies and will consolidate existing information into a compendium of facts and figures to be used also for the public debate on benefits and risks of LNG in inland navigation. Furthermore, contribution of LNG to environmental key indicators will be analysed, in particular air emissions and impact on operating and transport costs, as well as workforce (required skills and education) will be addressed. The outcome of this activity is a full understanding and realistic assessment report for the deployment of LNG in inland navigation based on the analysis of the framework conditions and assessing the potential market, both from supply and demand side, and creating awareness on LNG among potential customers (demand side). Furthermore, the safety, ecology and socio-economic aspects will be assessed to provide the whole picture of LNG deployment in inland navigation. Activity 2 - Technologies & Operational Concepts Today, LNG infrastructure for inland navigation in Europe is still in its very early phase in North-Western Europe and non-existent in the Danube region. The LNG technologies used in maritime sector are mature, however, still expensive due to relatively small demand. This activity will partly address the first specific objective by elaborating cost-effective technical and operational solutions for small scale LNG operations in the inland navigation sector while maintaining the high level of safety known from large scale LNG. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 2.1 Engine technologies and concepts: the objective is to analyse and further develop innovative engine technologies based on different concepts with respect to efficiency, emissions, noise, system complexity, maintenance and repair cycles, life cycle and operational costs over life cycle. Different engine solutions and mitigation measures complying with the forthcoming stricter emission regulations will be considered. Moreover, fuel quality requirements and optimisation of energy management on board will be addressed. 2.2 LNG tank and equipment technologies: the objective is to identify cost-effective innovative cryogenic tanks solutions for transporting and storing of LNG and related equipment technologies for the inland water transport and to further develop these solutions with the help of technical trials in real-life operational environment. Recommendations for further improvements and concrete technical solutions will be an input to technical concepts or even taken up to pilots. 2.3 LNG bunkering: the objective is to address harmonisation of regulations in LNG bunkering in European sea and inland ports and to assess the technical and operational aspects of different bunkering solutions to be used in inland water transport. The work will cover an analysis of currently available technical and operational standards, handling routines and EN 9 EN

10 regulations in the maritime sector, their evaluation for the use in the inland water sector and elaboration of recommendations for the LNG bunkering in inland ports and terminals when inland ships are involved. The results will be evaluated in pilots and conclusions drawn towards standardisation bodies. 2.4 Technical Evidence & Safety and Risk Assessment: the objective is to provide an expert evaluation of the existing or new LNG related technologies against a set of criteria based on existing standards and those newly identified, or based on best practices (technical evidence). Furthermore, safety requirements, operational procedures, guidelines for emergency response plans of authorities with respect to LNG and a general risk assessment methodology will be elaborated and assessed. The activity will address the incorporation of LNG bunker facilities into current oil bunker facilities, a risk modelling and comparison of different bunker scenarios resulting in a risk profile for bunkering scenarios and recommendations for mitigation measures. The outcome of this activity is the elaboration of innovative technical concepts for LNG powered engines for inland vessels as well as for cryogenic LNG tanks and related equipment technologies and technical evidence of the developed concepts and technologies; recommendations for regulations and standardisation of LNG bunkering based on the bunkering patterns and safety requirements and operational procedures with respect to LNG handling. Activity 3 - Vessel & Terminal Solutions This activity will partly address the first specific objective by elaboration of feasibility studies and technical concepts for LNG terminals (SuAc 3.1), new-built LNG tankers and LNGfuelled vessels (SuAc 3.2), for vessels being retrofitted for LNG propulsion as well as for other vehicles & machinery (SuAc3.3) which are elements of the applied LNG supply chain approach. The work will include all necessary work with classification societies, regulatory bodies and authorities to obtain permits for terminals and vessels including required safety and risk assessment studies (such as HAZID) and/or environmental impact assessments before starting the pilot deployment (activity 5). Sub-activity 3.4 delivers, besides a concrete support for individual activities of beneficiaries, guidelines for elaborating LNG terminal and vessel projects to get a solid financing scheme behind the project. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 3.1 Terminal concepts & cost assessment: the objective is to elaborate new technical solutions & concepts for terminals, their operation strategies and to perform investment calculations for these terminals. Cost analysis shall cover all necessary LNG facilities and equipment whereas considering various types of bunkering solutions (ship-to-ship, truck-to-ship and terminal-toship). Specification of locations, facilities, sizes and numbers of LNG filling tanks, bunker vessels and tank trucks shall be an outcome. Case studies for bunker stations will be performed on an individual basis, but ports will actively exchange experience. 3.2 Vessel concepts (new-build): the objective is to elaborate new and innovative technical concepts for new-built LNG powered vessels and LNG tankers (bunker vessels) considering different framework conditions and characteristics of vessel operations on Rhine/Meuse, Main and Danube. The technical concepts involve all technical requirements, compliance to safety regulations and business models where relevant. EN 10 EN

11 3.3 Vessel concepts (retrofit) & other vehicles and machinery: the objective is to assess vessel retrofitting options, elaborate new and innovative technical concepts for LNG retrofitting vessel solutions and solutions for other vehicles and machinery being part of the LNG supply chain. The solutions will consider different framework conditions and characteristics of vessel operations on Rhine/Meuse, Main and Danube. The technical concepts involve all technical requirements, compliance to safety regulations and business models where relevant. 3.4 Financing models for terminal infrastructure & vessel investment: the objective is (i) to provide support to enhance the viability and bankability of concrete projects and (ii) to elaborate guidelines and recommendations for structuring LNG terminal and vessel investment projects in order to attract financial sources. The impact of reduced port fees on pay-back periods and economic viability will be investigated as well. A directory of funding opportunities and other financing possibilities will be prepared. Special attention will be paid to new models of public-private partnership. The outcomes of this activity are technical concepts and designs for both pilot deployments carried out in activities 5 as well as preparatory works, including permits, for future investments into LNG infrastructure and supply chain elements. Activity 4 - Regulatory Framework & Masterplan This activity will partly address the first specific objective by contributing to the regulatory process of relevant bodies, elaborating new standards for education and training and executing concrete training activities within the Action. The consolidated findings will resume into the so-called MASTERPLAN, the policy advocacy document and a major deliverable of the Action. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 4.1 Provisions for harmonised European regulations: the objective is to deliver input for relevant regulatory bodies such as European Commission, CCNR, UN/ECE and national authorities. The activity will address vessel specifications, transport of LNG as dangerous cargo, bunkering of LNG, police regulations, port regulations and education & training of involved personal. 4.2 Education & training requirements: the objective is to elaborate curricula and lesson materials, including e-learning modules and pilot simulators where appropriate. The E&T materials will be developed for several staff categories to ensure a full coverage of the logistics chain (crew members, terminal, bunkering and management personnel, competent authorities, students focusing on logistics). To respond to the education and training needs of the planned pilot deployments, the pilot training classes based on developed standards and materials will be provided. 4.3 Assessment of concepts, trials & pilot deployments: the objective is to collect all relevant findings from technical trials, concepts and pilot deployments. A common methodology on how to collect, categorise and assess data will be elaborated, together with a methodology for real life emission measurements on pilot vessels and recommendation for equipment that enables these measurements. For key categories of findings, an assessment of their economic and environmental impact will be prepared and discussed in dedicated workshops with stakeholders. It will be a basis for a report on lessons learned, good practices and recommendations for further research needs, set-ups of technical trials and future deployments. EN 11 EN

12 4.4 Masterplan for the LNG Implementation on Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube (Strategy & Recommendations): the objective is to elaborate a comprehensive strategy for the implementation of LNG as fuel for inland vessels and as cargo on the Rhine/Meuse-Main- Danube waterway axis. All the findings of the Action will be used as input for the elaboration of an LNG Inland Navigation Strategy, which shall prepare the European Union, the River Commissions and the Member States a detailed roadmap for concrete short-, mid- and longterm measures in research & technological development as well as for follow up measures towards a wide-scale deployment of LNG. The outcomes of this activity is (i) a support to the standardisation organisations by providing the expert inputs for respective regulations, thus contributing to the facilitation of the vessel approval process (vessels run currently on a trial based and time limited certificates), (ii) an Europe-wide standardised education curricula on basis of which the training material and pilots classes will be carried out, (iii) common methodology to assess organisational, operational, incl. emission related data, and technical aspects of LNG deployments and the (iv) consolidated recommendations with detailed roadmap towards a wide scale deployment will be part of the advocacy document, MASTERPLAN. Activity 5 - Pilot Deployment This activity will address the second specific objective by deployment of the LNG supply chain in a set of pilots and test implementations. The pilot deployments themselves contribute to the fulfilment of the first specific objective by feeding into the regulatory framework, providing lessons learned, recommendations and best practice solutions, creating the base load for LNG demand to set up the first small scale LNG supply chains, creating the awareness among decision makers and demonstrating benefits of the LNG to the wider public. Pilots will cover parts of an entire LNG supply chain from the LNG import terminal to the end-client. Whereas the feasibility studies, conceptual designs and final technical designs and all work with classification societies and regulatory bodies to receive permits as well as necessary risk assessment studies (HAZID) or environmental impact assessments will be carried out by the implementing beneficiary under the activity 3, the construction of the vessels and terminals, limited period for start-up operations and collection of operative data for the assessment of pilots will be carried out in this activity. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 5.1 LNG Terminals: the objective is to deploy LNG terminal facilities for storage and transhipment of LNG together with fuelling facilities. The pilot deployment will be carried out in Ruse (LNG terminal by Bulmarket). 5.2 LNG Tankers (LNG as cargo): the objective is to deploy LNG carriers for transport of LNG as pilots. The following pilot deployments will be carried out: combined LNG/MGO tanker of Argos Bunkering. 5.3 LNG propelled vessels (LNG as fuel): the objective is to deploy LNG propelled inland vessels, both new-built and retrofitted, as pilots. The following pilot deployments will be carried out: retrofitting of a container vessel of DCL Barge, LNG fuelled chemical tanker of Chemgas Barging and LNG fuelled chemical tanker of Scheepswerf Damen Hardinxveld. 5.4 LNG vehicles & machinery: the objective foresees pilot deployment in LNG powered vehicles (LNG trucks to distribute LNG to the end customers) and LNG fuelling station. The EN 12 EN

13 following pilot deployments will be carried out: one LNG fuelling station and three LNG fuelled trucks of Bulmarket. The outcomes of this activity are one terminal, four new-built / retrofitted inland vessels fuelled by LNG (different engine solutions for different vessel types) operating on the inland waterway corridor Rhine/Meuse-Main-Danube and the pilot of Bulmarket to reach end customers. Crucial outcome will be the collection of operative data (quantitative & qualitative) for the assessment of pilots, including data on emissions data from installed monitoring tools (SuAc 4.3). The collection and assessment of operative data will continue after the project lifetime as well, due to the obligation to collect and submit such data as part of the evaluation report to the Secretariats of CCNR and UNECE on a yearly basis. Activity 6 - Project Management The project management is a separate activity with the goal to ensure that the Action is delivered on time and within the budget. It comprises all works related to project management, dissemination & exploitation, management of the industry reference group and strategic liaisons with related projects and initiatives in Europe and overseas. This activity comprises 4 subactivities: 6.1 Project Management: the objective is the establishment of proper project management, monitoring and controlling. The LNG Masterplan is a multi-beneficiary project having characteristics of an entire program, which require proper management structures. Responsibilities will be split among the members of the Project Management Team (Pro Danube and Port of Rotterdam experts) according to the know-how and the regional expertise, which will be supported by (sub-) activity co-ordinators. The Steering Committee will provide guidance in relevant cases. The work of this activity comprises elaboration of SAP, project management and control of technical progress, quality of results, milestones, time and resources and setting up corrective measures if required, elaboration of ASR and communication with EC. 6.2 Exploitation and Dissemination: the objective is to disseminate the project results to the national and international stakeholders. The work will be performed in close relation with the Industry reference group, supported by the Advisory Group and coordinated with the TEN-T and EC dissemination units. The work comprises elaboration of a communication plan, events for industry and governmental stakeholders, promotion tour along the Rhine, presentations at conferences, project web site and variety of dissemination material. 6.3 Built-up and management of an Industry Reference Group: the objective is to establish and operate a permanent co-operation platform, which will connect companies with a strong economic interest in activities and outcomes of the Action, trigger commercial co-operations, create a pool of experts for the execution of dedicated tasks and a basis for further deployment activities and EU projects. 6.4 Liaisons with relevant Organisations / Projects (European & global): the objective is to identify the most important initiatives and projects and to establish a regular exchange of information. Furthermore, the Action will make use of multiple networks and activities (e.g. national LNG platform in the Netherlands, LNG initiatives in US/Canada or existing cooperations with China and Russia), or professional organisations like EFIP, ESPO, INE, EBU, ESO, NGVA, etc.. Last but not least, the cooperation with international organisations such as EN 13 EN

14 IMO, UN/ECE, ISO, CEN, SIGTTO, etc. for identified harmonisation and standardisation issues is foreseen. The outcomes of this activity is (i) a successful management and closure of the Action having reached all objectives and expected results within the planned resources; (ii) to create a considerable awareness of the relevant stakeholders for the Action and achieved results; (iii) to ensure the necessary external expertise and information flow via IRG; (iv) well initiated and maintained cooperation among relevant projects, initiatives and standardisation organisations or professional networks in order to maximise the input e.g. on recent LNG technologies, new technical concepts, successful implementation, etc. 4. Milestones Milestone number [As listed under paragraph 2] Milestone name Indicative expected date Means of verification 1 Act 1: The Framework & Market Analysis is completed, so that status quo, market and impact analysis are finalised, and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved 2 1.1: Status Quo Analysis & Trends is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG Supply Analysis is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG Demand Analysis is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : Impact Analysis: Safety, ecology & socio-economic aspects is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 6 Act 2: Technologies & Operational Concepts is completed, so that all feasibility studies & trials are finalised, trials evaluated, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved : Engine technologies & concepts is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of EN 14 EN

15 8 2.2: LNG tank & equipment technologies is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG bunkering is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : Technical evidence & Safety and risk assessment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 11 Act 3: Vessel & Terminal Solutions is completed and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity : Terminal concepts & cost assessment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : Vessel concepts (new-build) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : Vessel concepts (retrofit) & other vehicles and machinery is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved : Financing models for terminal infrastructure & vessel investment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 16 Act 4: Regulatory Framework & Masterplan is completed, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity : Provisions for harmonised European regulations is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : Education & training requirements is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of 30/06/2015 The evidence of EN 15 EN

16 19 4.3: Assessment of concepts, trials & pilot deployments is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity :Masterplan for the LNG Implementation on Rhine/Meuse- Main-Danube (Strategy & Recommendations) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved. 21 Act 5: Pilot Deployment is completed, so that pilots are finalised and evaluated, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity : LNG Terminals are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG Tankers (LNG as cargo) are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG propelled vessels (LNG as fuel) are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity : LNG vehicles and machinery are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 26 Act 6 Project Management is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity Project Management is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity Exploitation & Dissemination is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. completion and approval is completion and approval is completion and approval is completion and approval is EN 16 EN

17 Built-up and management of an Industry Reference Group is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity Liaisons with relevant Organisation / Projects (European & global) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. 5. Milestones and means of verification of milestones Milestone 1 - Act 1: The Framework & Market Analysis is completed, so that status quo, market and impact analysis are finalised, and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved Milestone 2-1.1: Status Quo Analysis & Trends is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 3-1.2: LNG Supply Analysis is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 4-1.3: LNG Demand Analysis is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 5-1.4: Impact Analysis: Safety, ecology & socio-economic aspects is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 6 - Act 2: Technologies & Operational Concepts is completed, so that all feasibility studies & trials are finalised, trials evaluated, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved. Milestone 7-2.1: Engine technologies & concepts is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 8-2.2: LNG tank & equipment technologies is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 9-2.3: LNG bunkering is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : Technical evidence & Safety and risk assessment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 11 - Act 3: Vessel & Terminal Solutions is completed and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity. EN 17 EN

18 Milestone : Terminal concepts & cost assessment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : Vessel concepts (new-build) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : Vessel concepts (retrofit) & other vehicles and machinery is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved. Milestone : Financing models for terminal infrastructure & vessel investment is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone 16 - Act 4: Regulatory Framework & Masterplan is completed, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity. Milestone : Provisions for harmonised European regulations is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : Education & training requirements is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : Assessment of concepts, trials & pilot deployments is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone :Masterplan for the LNG Implementation on Rhine/Meuse- Main-Danube (Strategy & Recommendations) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved. Milestone 21 - Act 5: Pilot Deployment is completed, so that pilots are finalised and evaluated, and all related deliverables approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity. Milestone : LNG Terminals are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : LNG Tankers (LNG as cargo) are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : LNG propelled vessels (LNG as fuel) are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone : LNG vehicles and machinery are completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. EN 18 EN

19 Milestone 26 - Act 6 Project Management is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the activity. Milestone Project Management is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone Exploitation & Dissemination is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone Built-up and management of an Industry Reference Group is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. Milestone Liaisons with relevant Organisation / Projects (European & global) is completed and all related deliverables are approved by the beneficiaries involved in the subactivity. II.2.4 Strategic Action Plan ( SAP ) 1. The beneficiary shall submit to the Commission, within 90 calendar days of the notification of the Decision granting financial aid, a Strategic Action Plan (SAP) that will form the basis for monitoring and controlling progress throughout the implementation period of the action. The SAP shall be submitted in English, French or German, in two identical paper copies as well as in electronic form. The SAP s analysis and information shall cover at least the following: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) interim and final targets based on time, cost and technical criteria important targets are to be classified and marked as milestones; description of the control procedures and processes, including all environmental measures, with a clear indication of lines of authority and the internal and external reporting mechanisms; identification of risks, risk analysis, risk-management plan and a quality-assurance plan; milestones, in order to identify progress towards (and deviations from) the planned action implementation; sources of possible future problems; a schedule based on an appropriate project-management form clearly showing the critical path deriving from the project management method used for planning and implementing the action; this must include all activities or work packages and identify the milestones, including the start-up and end events. It must state the basis on which the overall estimated duration was calculated and form the basis for any future re-scheduling. For less complex actions, GANTT charts may be used; key performance rates, in particular for critical activities, and the corresponding resources allocated in order to meet the target rates and dates; EN 19 EN

20 (h) (i) (j) the national or other professional action management standards on which the SAP is based; information about all planned communication and publicity about the action, in line with the provisions of Article II.2.3 and Article II.2.5, paragraph 2; the designation of authorised representatives as referred to in Article III The SAP shall be accompanied by a description of the management and control systems to be put in place by the Member State(s) concerned to monitor and check the implementation of the action as referred to in the first paragraph of Article II.2.5. It shall include all audit plans as well as an evaluation upon completion of the action. 3. The Commission may comment on the SAP, including requesting that additional information be included, within 60 calendar days of receiving it. No response by this deadline implies acceptance of the SAP. If the Commission requests a revised SAP, the beneficiary must supply this within 60 calendar days. II.2.5 Member States responsibilities 1. The Member State, be it as beneficiary or as the Member State approving the action as referred to in Article 4 of this Decision, shall inform the Commission of the measures taken under Article 11(2) of Regulation (EC) No 680/2007 and, in particular, shall supply a description of the control, management and monitoring systems set up to ensure that actions are successfully completed. 2. The Member States concerned shall ensure that suitable publicity is given to the financial aid granted in order to inform the public of the role of the Union in the implementation of the actions in accordance with Article 17 of Regulation (EC) No 680/2007. EN 20 EN

21 Article II.3: Estimated Budget II.3.1 Estimated total eligible cost of the action The total estimated eligible cost of the action is EUR 33,967, (in words: thirty three million, nine hundred and sixty seven thousand, eight hundred and forty five) II.3.2 Planned sources of co-financing for the action SOURCES OF FINANCING 1. State budget(s) 50, Regional/local budget(s) 0 3. Action promoter 16,783, EIB loan 0 5. Other loans 0 6. TEN-T financing 16,983, Other sources 150,000 Total (must be equal to total eligible costs) 33,967, EN 21 EN

22 II.3.3 Indicative breakdown by activity of estimated eligible costs of the action Activities TOTAL 1.DIRECT COSTS 1.1 Activity Framework & Market Analysis 0 577, ,017, , ,216, Activity Technologies & Operational Concepts 0 225, , ,530, ,992, Activity Vessel & Terminal Solutions 0 508, ,069, ,182, ,760, Activity Regulatory Framework & Masterplan 0 148, , ,620, ,336, Activity Pilot Deployment 0 1,438, ,930, ,824, ,194, Activity Project Management 0 655, ,069, ,742, ,467, TOTAL DIRECT COSTS 0 3,554, ,891, ,522, ,967, INDIRECT COSTS Flat-rate funding: No TOTAL ELIGIBLE COST 0 3,554, ,891, ,522, ,967, EN 22 EN

23 II.3.4 Indicative amount of financial aid per beneficiary Name of beneficiary A3PS - Austrian Association for Advanced Propulsion Systems Indicative amount per beneficiary in euro 55, Erste Group Bank AG 350, EVN AG 255, FH OÖ Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH 213, Pro Danube Management GmbH 459, Gemeentelijk Havenbedrijf Antwerpen 547, Bulmarket DM Ltd. 1,377, Asociace NGV o.s. 86, DST Entwicklungszentrum für Schiffstechnik und Transportsysteme e.v. 116, DNV GL SE 99, Universität Duisburg Essen 71, Port autonome de Strasbourg 58, Chemgas Barging S.ár.l. 1,118, Argos Bunkering B.V. 4,927, Chemgas Holding B.V. 28, DCL Barge B.V. 968, Havenbedrijf Rotterdam N.V. 942, Stichting STC-Group 433, Kooiman Marine B.V. 290, LNG E-motion BV 202, National Company The Maritime Danube Ports Administration Joint Stock Company Galati Ceronav - Centrul Român pentru Pregătirea şi Perfecţionarea Personalului din Transporturi Navale 123, , EN 23 EN

24 Compania De Navigatie Fluviala Romana Navrom S.A. 18, Transport Trade Services S.A. 206, University of Craiova 15, Danube LNG European Economic Interest Grouping 1,250, Výskumný ústav dopravný, a. s. 217, Staatliche Rhein-Neckar-Hafengesellschaft Mannheim mbh LINZ AG für Energie, Telekommunikation, Verkehr und Kommunale Dienste 171, , Italian Republic 200, Schönherr Rechtsanwälte GmbH 250, Scheepswerf Damen Hardinxveld 1,249, Bernhard Schulte (Cyprus) Ltd 542, II.3.5 Indicative timetable for the commitment of the individual instalments ,091, ,168,195 TOTAL 40,260,000 Article 2 This Decision is addressed to the following: 1. A3PS - Austrian Association for Advanced Propulsion Systems Tech Gate Vienna, Donau-City-Straße, 1 Austria Vienna 2. Erste Group Bank AG Graben, 21 Austria Vienna 3. EVN AG EVN Platz, EN 24 EN

25 Austria Maria Enzersdorf 4. FH OÖ Forschungs & Entwicklungs GmbH Franz Fritsch Straße, 11 Austria Wels 5. Pro Danube Management GmbH Handelskai, 265 Austria Vienna 6. Gemeentelijk Havenbedrijf Antwerpen Entrepotkaai, 1 Belgium Antwerpen 7. Bulmarket DM Ltd. Tutrakan, 100 Bulgaria Ruse 8. Asociace NGV o.s. Kněžskodvorská, 2277/26 Czech Republic České Budějovice 9. DST Entwicklungszentrum für Schiffstechnik und Transportsysteme e.v. Oststraße, 77 Germany Duisburg 10. DNV GL SE Brooktorkai, 18 Germany Hamburg 11. Universität Duisburg Essen Universitätstraße, 2 Germany Essen 12. Port autonome de Strasbourg Rue de la Nuée bleue, 25 France Strasbourg cedex 13. Chemgas Barging S.ár.l. Avenue Pasteur, 53 Luxembourg - L-2311 Luxembourg 14. Argos Bunkering B.V. Waalhaven Z.z., 11 EN 25 EN