EN 15869-1:2019

Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up to 125 A - Part 1: General requirements

This document specifies requirements for electrical installations for the shore supply of berthing inland navigation vessels with electrical energy, three-phase current 400 V, 50 Hz with a rated current of up to 125 A.
This document applies to the supply of inland navigation vessels in ports and moorings for commercial inland navigation.
This document specifies general requirements and contains information on the billing procedure.
For the supply of small craft and houseboats in marinas and similar installations the requirements of HD 60364-7-709 apply.
For electrical shore connections with a current rating more than 125 A, which are suitable for passenger ships with hotel operation, EN 16840 applies.
The requirements for the HD 60364 series and HD 384 series generally apply to low-voltage systems on shore. A detailed list of the relevant parts is given in the Bibliography.

Fahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Elektrischer Landanschluss, Drehstrom 400 V, 50 Hz, bis 125 A - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen

Dieses Dokument legt Anforderungen an elektrische Anlagen zur landseitigen Versorgung von stillliegenden Fahrzeugen der Binnenschifffahrt mit elektrischer Energie, Drehstrom 400 V, der Frequenz von 50 Hz und mit einer Stromstärke bis 125 A fest.
Dieses Dokument gilt für die Versorgung von Fahrzeugen der Binnenschifffahrt in Häfen und an Liegeplätzen für die gewerbliche Binnenschifffahrt.
Dieses Dokument legt allgemeine Anforderungen fest und enthält Informationen zum Abrechnungs-verfahren.
Für die Versorgung von Sportbooten und Hausbooten in Marinas und ähnlichen Anlagen gelten die Anforderungen nach HD 60364 7 709.
Für elektrische Landanschlüsse mit einer Stromstärke größer als 125 A, wie sie für Fahrgastschiffe mit Hotelbetrieb in Betracht kommen, gilt EN 16840.
Für Niederspannungsanlagen an Land gelten allgemein die Anforderungen nach den Reihen HD 60364 und HD 384. Eine detaillierte Liste der relevanten Teile ist in den Literaturhinweisen aufgeführt.

Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Connexion au réseau électrique terrestre, courant triphasé 400 V, 125 A maximum, 50 Hz - Partie 1 : Exigences générales

Le présent document spécifie des exigences relatives aux installations électriques destinées à l’alimentation en énergie électrique (courant triphasé de 400 V, fréquence de 50 Hz et intensité assignée allant jusqu’à 125 A) de bateaux de navigation intérieure à l’arrêt par le réseau terrestre.
Le présent document s’applique à l’alimentation de bateaux de navigation intérieure dans les ports et mouillages dédiés à la navigation intérieure commerciale.
Le présent document spécifie des exigences générales et contient des informations sur la procédure de facturation.
Pour l’alimentation des petites embarcations et des bateaux d’habitation dans les marinas et autres installations similaires, les exigences du HD 60364-7-709 s’appliquent.
Pour les connexions au réseau électrique terrestre avec une intensité assignée supérieure à 125 A, destinées aux paquebots faisant office d’hôtel, l’EN 16840 s’applique.
Les exigences des séries HD 60364 et HD 384 s’appliquent généralement aux systèmes terrestres à basse tension. Une liste détaillée des parties pertinentes est fournie dans la bibliographie.

Plovila za celinske vode - Električne povezave s kopnim, trifazni tok 400 V, 50 Hz, do 125 A - 1. del: Splošne zahteve

Ta dokument določa zahteve za električne inštalacije za napajanje s kopnim privezanih plovil za celinske vode z električno energijo s trifazno napetostjo 400 V, 50 Hz in nazivnim tokom do 25 A.
Ta dokument se uporablja za napajanje plovil za celinske vode v pristaniščih in sidriščih za komercialno celinsko plovbo.
Ta del standarda EN 15869 določa splošne zahteve in vsebuje informacije o postopkih obračunavanja.
Za napajanje majhnih plovil in bivalnih plovil v marinah in podobnih privezih se uporabljajo zahteve standarda IEC 60364-7-709.
Za električne povezave s kopnim s tokom nad 125 A, ki so primerne za potniške ladje s hotelskimi storitvami, se uporablja standard EN 16840.
Ta dokument določa zahteve za električne inštalacije za napajanje s kopnim privezanih plovil za celinske vode z električno energijo s trifazno napetostjo 400 V, 50 Hz in nazivnim tokom do 25 A.
Ta dokument se uporablja za napajanje plovil za celinske vode v pristaniščih in sidriščih za komercialno celinsko plovbo.
Ta del standarda EN 15869 določa splošne zahteve in vsebuje informacije o postopkih obračunavanja.
Za napajanje majhnih plovil in bivalnih plovil v marinah in podobnih privezih se uporabljajo zahteve standarda IEC 60364-7-709.
Za električne povezave s kopnim s tokom nad 125 A, ki so primerne za potniške ladje s hotelskimi storitvami, se uporablja standard EN 16840.
Za kopenske nizkonapetostne sisteme na splošno veljajo zahteve v skladu s skupino standardov HD 60364 in HD 384. Podroben seznam ustreznih delov je podan v bibliografiji.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 11-Jun-2019
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Dec-2019
• ICS: 47.020.60 - Electrical equipment of ships and of marine structures
• ICS: 47.060 - Inland navigation vessels
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 15 - Inland navigation vessels
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 15 - Inland navigation vessels
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 10-Mar-2025
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 15869-1:2019 - Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up to 125 A - Part 1: General requirements

Relations

• Replaces: EN 15869-1:2010 - Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, up to 63 A, 50 Hz - Part 1: General requirements
• Effective Date: 19-Jun-2019

Overview

EN 15869-1:2019 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies the general requirements for electrical shore connections for inland navigation vessels. It covers installations supplying three-phase current at 400 V, 50 Hz, with a rated current up to 125 A. This standard applies specifically to commercial inland navigation vessels at ports and moorings, establishing a uniform approach to shore electrical supply systems that enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

The standard addresses the critical need to reduce noise and exhaust emissions caused by running vessel generators when berthed by enabling vessels to connect to a shore-based electrical network. It ensures vessels can independently activate and deactivate the shore power supply and provides guidelines for consumption metering and billing procedures.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  EN 15869-1:2019 targets inland navigation vessels requiring shore power up to 125 A. It excludes small craft and houseboats, which follow HD 60364-7-709, and electrical connections above 125 A, covered under EN 16840.

• Electrical Characteristics
  The standard mandates connections for three-phase 400 V, 50 Hz systems, primarily for rated currents of 16 A and 32 A, with optional connections up to 63 A and 125 A. Single-phase 230 V, 16 A connections may also be included depending on waterway requirements.

• Component Requirements
  The shore connection system consists of:

  • Power Supply Station (shore-based) in compliance with EN 15869-2
  • Shore Connection Cable as per EN 15869-3
  • Feeding Unit installed onboard, also aligned with EN 15869-3

• Activation and Safety
  Power supply activation is controlled by an activation medium, allowing vessel crews to start or stop power supply without shore personnel assistance. Electrical safety is emphasized for connection and disconnection processes to prevent hazards.

• Consumption Metering and Billing
  The standard supports cashless billing systems tailored for diverse usage scenarios. Consumption can be billed as fixed lump sums or on actual meter readings. Annex A provides examples of activation and metering systems including prepaid transponder cards, money cards, EC/credit cards, GPRS fleet cards, and app/web-based solutions.

Applications

• Commercial inland navigation vessels docking at ports or moorings benefit from standardized shore power supply ensuring environmental compliance by reducing onboard generator noise and exhaust emissions.

• Port authorities and marina operators can implement consistent electrical shore connection infrastructure to improve service quality and simplify billing processes for vessel operators.

• Equipment manufacturers and installers gain clear guidance on compliant components, installation practices, and activation/billing systems, fostering interoperability across European inland waterways.

• Vessel operators enjoy improved operational convenience and cost management through self-service activation and seamless payment solutions that conform to EN 15869-1:2019.

Related Standards

• EN 15869-2: Additional requirements for shore-based power supply stations, complementing Part 1.

• EN 15869-3: Additional requirements covering onboard units and shore connection cables for inland vessels.

• EN 16840: Governs electrical shore connections with current ratings above 125 A, commonly used for passenger vessels with hotel operations.

• HD 60364-7-709: Applies to electrical installation requirements for small craft, houseboats, and marinas.

• EN 60309-1 & EN 60309-2: Standards defining plugs, socket-outlets, and couplers for industrial purposes, relevant to shore connection hardware.

Keywords

Inland navigation vessels, electrical shore connection, shore power, three-phase 400 V, 50 Hz, rated current 125 A, CEN standard, EN 15869-1, power supply station, shore connection cable, feeding unit, electrical safety, consumption metering, cashless billing, port infrastructure, environmental compliance, inland waterways, commercial vessels, low-voltage systems.

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EN 15869-1:2019 plays a vital role in harmonizing electrical shore connections across Europe’s inland navigation network, enabling safer, cleaner, and more efficient vessel operations when berthed. By following this standard, stakeholders can ensure interoperable systems and promote sustainable inland waterway transportation.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2019
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 15869-1:2010
Plovila za celinske vode - Električne povezave s kopnim, trifazni tok 400 V, 50 Hz,
do 125 A - 1. del: Splošne zahteve
Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50
Hz, up to 125 A - Part 1: General requirements
Fahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Elektrischer Landanschluss, Drehstrom 400 V, 50 Hz,
bis 125 A - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Connexion au réseau électrique terrestre, courant
triphasé 400 V, à 125 A, 50 Hz - Partie 1 : Exigences générales
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15869-1:2019
ICS:
47.020.60 Električna oprema ladij in Electrical equipment of ships
konstrukcij na morju and of marine structures
47.060 Jezerska in rečna plovila Inland navigation vessels
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 15869-1
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
June 2019
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 47.020.60; 47.060 Supersedes EN 15869-1:2010
English Version
Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection,
three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up to 125 A - Part 1:
General requirements
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Connexion au réseau Fahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Elektrischer
électrique terrestre, courant triphasé 400 V, 125 A Landanschluss, Drehstrom 400 V, 50 Hz, bis 125 A -
maximum, 50 Hz - Partie 1 : Exigences générales Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 22 April 2019.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.
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COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

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CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2019 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 15869-1:2019 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Requirements . 6
4.1 Components . 6
4.2 Electrical characteristics . 7
4.3 Activation . 7
4.4 Consumption metering and billing . 7
4.5 Deviations from 4.3 and 4.4. 7
Annex A (informative) Power supply stations — Examples of activation and consumption
recording systems . 8
A.1 Transponder card — Prepaid card . 8
A.2 Money card . 8
A.3 EC-card (Giro card)/credit card . 8
A.4 General packet radio service (GPRS) fleet cards . 9
A.5 App / Webpage . 10
Bibliography . 11

Figures
Figure 1 — Schematic representation of an electrical shore connection . 7

European foreword
This document (EN 15869-1:2019) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 15 “Inland
navigation vessels”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2019, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by December 2019.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 15869-1:2010.
A list of all parts in the EN 15869 series, published under the general title Inland navigation vessels —
Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up to 125 A, can be found on the CEN-
CENELEC website.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— the maximum operating current has been increased up to 125 A;
— the title has been changed accordingly;
— the scope has been extended and clarified;
— the Normative references have been supplemented;
— Clause 3 has been completed and the definitions of terms adapted to those used in EN 16840;
— requirements common to all parts of the electrical system "shore connection" have been moved
from Part 2 and Part 3 to Part 1 and merged;
— Figure 1 has been adapted to the corresponding figure in EN 16840;
— Clause A.5 has been added to Annex A;
— references from all parts of the EN 15869 series have been combined and inserted in Part 1.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Introduction
Inland navigation vessels are equipped with a variety of electrical loads operating at 230 V or 400 V.
While underway, continuous electrical power supply is provided by the on-board system from
generators driven by diesel engines. When the vessel is berthed, these generators remain in operation if
there is no suitable onshore power supply available. In some cases, this leads to intense noise pollution
both for the crew on the vessel itself and on other vessels lying alongside and also for residents ashore.
The exhaust fumes are an additional pollution factor.
The electrical shore connections specified in this European Standard make it possible to provide the
vessels with an electrical power supply while berthed and to eliminate noise and exhaust pollution. This
calls for a uniform Europe-wide shore connection that can be activated and deactivated by the vessel's
crew in all ports and berths, if possible, without requiring any assistance from shore-based personnel.
This European Standard contains electrical safety requirements for the prevention of hazards in
making, using and breaking the shore connection.
Furthermore, cashless settlement for the electricity used should be possible, ideally a standard Europe-
wide payment system.
1 Scope
This document specifies requirements for electrical installations for the shore supply of berthing inland
navigation vessels with electrical energy, three-phase current 400 V, 50 Hz with a rated current of up to
125 A.
This document applies to the supply of inland navigation vessels in ports and moorings for commercial
inland navigation.
This document specifies general requirements and contains information on the billing procedure.
For the supply of small craft and houseboats in marinas and similar installations the requirements of
HD 60364-7-709 apply.
For electrical shore connections with a current rating more than 125 A, which are suitable for
passenger ships with hotel operation, EN 16840 applies.
The requirements for the HD 60364 series and HD 384 series generally apply to low-voltage systems on
shore. A detailed list of the relevant parts is given in the Bibliography.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 15869-2, Inland navigation vessels - Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up
to 125 A – Part 2: On-shore unit, additional requirements
EN 15869-3, Inland navigation vessels – Electrical shore connection, three phase current 400 V, 50 Hz, up
to 125 A – Part 3: On-board unit, additional requirements
EN 60309-1, Plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes – Part 1: General requirements
(IEC 60309-1)
EN 60309-2, Plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes – Part 2: Dimensional
interchangeability requirements for pin and contact-tube accessories (IEC 60309-2)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp
3.1
electrical shore connection
electrical installation for the supply of electrical energy to a vessel berthed in port
or at landing stage
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