Transport
- Ports
- Maritime transport
- River transport
- Land transport
CEDRE provides expertise to the port and transport sectors in the field of spill response. From contingency planning to crisis management, we are involved every step of the way: preparedness, training, research and response.


Our role
Response assistance
In the event of accidental water pollution, CEDRE is at your disposal.
Your assistance agreement gives you access to support from our experts 24/7 for any emergency situation at sea, in inland waters or in a port.
Our action
We provide immediate technical support to ensure a safe response, improve decision-making in emergency situations and mitigate the impact of the spill.
What we offer
- Immediate advice by phone, email or video call
- Remote support during your incident management meetings (video conferencing, coordination meetings)
- Emergency analysis of pollutants in our laboratory
- On-site assistance at the command centre or in the field, if the situation requires it
- Project management support
Interested in setting up an assistance agreement?
Contact usContingency planning and studies
CEDRE supports maritime and river transport companies and ports, by proposing its expertise for:
- Risk assessments
- Audits/reviews
- Contingency planning/emergency procedures
Training
CEDRE organises and runs numerous training courses each year, including practical sessions, on responding to spills of oil, chemicals and plastic pellets:
- At sea and on the shoreline
- In ports
- In inland waters
We also offer intracompany training sessions, either based on our standard courses or specially developed courses, organised at the site of your choice.
Our training courses can be run face-to-face or online, depending on your needs. They are accredited by the Nautical Institute, comply with IMO standards and are Qualiopi-certified.




Research
CEDRE carries out studies on the behaviour of spilled substances, based on the environmental conditions of your choice, as well as assessments of your response equipment and products to optimise their effectiveness in different operational contexts.
Resources
CEDRE provides a comprehensive range of resources relating to spill preparedness:
- Operational Guides and Chemical Response Guides
- Webinars
- Spill response equipment database
- Incident information sheets
Seeking a new resource, such as an operational guide, practical information sheets, or a document in line with your graphic charter? Don't hesitate to get in touch with your request!

Do you represent a port or a transport sector company?
Contact us