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The Wasserstraßen-Neubauamt Nord-Ostsee-Kanal (WNA NOK) is a central authority of the Wasserstraßen- und Schifffahrtsverwaltung des Bundes (WSV), which specializes in the realization of large hydraulic engineering projects. It is subordinate to the Generaldirektion Wasserstraßen und Schifffahrt (GDWS) and has locations in Kiel and Brunsbüttel.
The WNA NOK focuses on new construction and expansion projects on federal waterways, especially on the Nord-Ostsee-Kanal. The main projects include:
The main mission of the WNA NOK is to modernize and expand the infrastructure of the waterways in order to ensure the efficiency and safety of shipping traffic. The authority attaches great importance to engineering expertise and project-related solutions in order to meet the requirements of modern shipping.
Although specific sustainability goals are not explicitly mentioned, the modernization and expansion projects of the WNA NOK contribute to improving the environmental compatibility and energy efficiency of the waterways. By expanding the infrastructure, the capacity is increased, which leads to a more efficient use of the waterways and thus counteracts environmental pollution.
The WNA NOK is a sub-authority of the GDWS and has no administrative tasks in the field of shipping. These are taken over by the Wasserstraßen- und Schifffahrtsamt NOK. The highest authority is the Bundesministerium für Digitales und Verkehr (BMDV), which is responsible for the strategic direction.
