Ředitelství vodních cest ČR is a key institution established by the Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic to oversee the construction, modernization, and management of the nation’s significant waterways. Founded on April 1, 1998, it serves as a state organization dedicated to enhancing navigation conditions on various rivers, including the Elbe and Vltava. The brand is pivotal in ensuring safe and efficient inland navigation, offering a range of services such as public harbors, mooring points, service facilities for vessels, and the operation of the tugboat Beskydy.

Dedicated to improving public access to waterways, ŘVC ČR operates a network of public harbors, providing amenities like drinking water and electricity at select locations. The organization is also currently expanding its infrastructure, with ongoing projects aimed at extending navigable channels and improving waiting docks. Furthermore, programs like the conference Inland navigation for the 21st century highlight its commitment to promoting sustainable water transport in the region