The primary objective of the study is to analyze and evaluate the situation and trends of inland waterway traffic accidents in Vietnam from 2017 to 2024. The study employs reliable secondary data sources, which are analyzed using statistical methods and heatmap applications to examine and assess trends in inland waterway traffic accidents in Vietnam. The results indicate a steady increase in both the number and scale of inland waterway accidents nationwide over the years. Additionally, the accident-prone areas in key inland waterways will be identified. Based on these findings, the research team has proposed recommendations and solutions aimed at improving traffic safety on Vietnam's inland waterways.

Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Literature review
3. Research framework
4. Research results
5. Conclusions and recommendations
References

• Thi Ngoc Anh VU(Dept. of Economics, Vietnam Maritime University, Vietnam)
• Ngoc Linh PHAM(Dept. of Economics, Vietnam Maritime University, Vietnam)
• Duc Huy BUI(Dept. of Economics, Vietnam Maritime University, Vietnam)
• Thi Quynh Mai PHAM(Dept. of Economics, Vietnam Maritime University, Vietnam) Corresponding author