Rohan, the first doubly certified river port in France · Brittany Region

Since July, the port of Rohan, owned by the Brittany Region, has been doubly certified “clean port” and “clean port active in biodiversity”. It is the first river port to be thus labeled in France. These complementary certifications were presented on Monday October 21 by AFNOR to Anne Gallo, Vice-President of the Brittany Region for Canals, in the presence of Michaël Quernez, President of the Association of Marinas of Brittany (APPB). This label is recognition of the Region's commitment to preserving the environment on waterways and an encouragement to continue on this virtuous path.

A certification process in several stages

The “Clean Port” and “Clean Port Active in Biodiversity” certifications are the two aspects attesting to the compliance of a marina with certification. ISO 18725 – Clean ports and promote this port's commitment to preserving the environment and the special efforts made to preserve biodiversity.

Initiated by the Region in 2021, this labeling process aims to be responsible in terms of respect for the environment, preservation of water bodies, collection and treatment of hazardous waste. In Rohan, this resulted in the carrying out an environmental diagnosisl’acquisition of anti-pollution meansof the energy saving actionsthe training of port officersthe implementation of anti-pollution exercises and the awareness of boaters.

Next step: renovation of the harbor master’s office

As part of this double certification awarded for 3 years, other actions are already planned, starting with the renovation of the Rohan port captaincy which will begin next spring. Rehabilitated, the existing building will then house the port office and a laundry-shower/sanitary area reserved for boaters, access to which will be by using a badge.

Taking the environment into account was integrated into the project. Solar panels and a rainwater recovery system are planned.