A ship glides calmly along the Danube, the surface of the water reflecting the golden light. On the horizon, the sunset colours the sky in warm shades of orange and red. An atmospheric moment between river, light and landscape.
A ship leisurely makes its way along the Danube, the water glistening in the evening light. The sky glows in the intense colours of the sunset. A peaceful scene that brings the day to an atmospheric close.

Brigitte Franz

Speakers

Top-class speakers

inform and inspire with their contributions to the sustainable future of river cruising, particularly on the Danube.

Speaker tile Brigitte Franz with name in white lettering and white compass logo on blue background.

Interview on the results of the current industry survey

Brigitte Franz from CENTOURIS at the University of Passau holds a Diploma in Business Administration and will present the latest findings from the sixth wave of the river cruise industry survey. Her presentation will cover passenger trends on major rivers such as the Danube, Rhine, Douro, as well as rivers in France and the Netherlands. In addition, she will discuss the key challenges currently facing the industry, provide insights into the overall sentiment, and highlight current initiatives aimed at boosting regional added value along the Danube.