Founded in 1982, the EBA aims to ensure boat users are informed and consulted about EU legislation and to make their views known to relevant European Institutions. We work on a wide range of issues that impact upon boating within Europe and when necessary make appropriate proposals to national and European governmental organisations.
Serving the interests of pleasure boaters in Europe since 1982
Help ANPEI gather key data on inland waterways usage
If you have visited French inland waterways from elsewhere in Europe, you can help ANPEI (the French National Inland Waterways Cruising Association) keep waterways accessible by completing a questionnaire on your experience. Share your views
Celebrating 40 years of the EBA 1982 – 2022
Read about the EBA’s important work in this fascinating ebook
Regulatory matters
The rules that pleasure craft must comply with vary from country to country. Although national maritime legislation is the foundation of such rules, potential changes to international and European law originating though the United Nations and the European Union must be monitored to ensure that its impact on recreational boating is proportional and appropriate.