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Wasserstraßen- und Schifffahrtsamt Neckar (WSA Neckar)

The Wasserstraßen- und Schifffahrtsamt Neckar (WSA Neckar) is a central authority in the area of federal waterway and shipping administration (WSV). It was established in 2019 through the merger of the former offices of Stuttgart and Heidelberg and is responsible for the maintenance, expansion, and operation of federal waterways in the Neckar area[5].

Key Products and Services

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Maintenance and Repair: The WSA Neckar is responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems at locks and weirs[1].
Traffic Management: It operates and maintains federal waterways and supports shipping traffic through specialized personnel in traffic and district control centers[5].
Construction and Procurement Procedures: The office conducts procurement procedures for maintenance work and manages construction and supply contracts[1].

Main Mission and Values

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The main mission of the WSA Neckar is to enable smooth and economical shipping traffic while simultaneously protecting the environment. The guiding principle is: "Enabling mobility and protecting the environment"[5]. Family-friendly working conditions and the promotion of employee health are important values of the organization[1][3].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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The WSA Neckar links traffic management, ecology, and economy with modern technology to sustainably improve the functions of waterways[3]. It is part of a larger reform aimed at increasing the efficiency of administration and maintaining and expanding infrastructure[4]. The WSV invests in the preservation and expansion of infrastructure and develops concepts for the future of waterways with low significance for freight transport[5].

The WSA Neckar offers its employees tailored training and health measures to promote the compatibility of family and work[1][3].

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