It was the 23rd edition and it marked the first time that women competed for the single canoe world cup points and title.
The series consisted of 2 continental championships (Oceania and Asia) which were open to all countries and 3 world cup races.
[7] The first regular world cup race took place in Prague, Czech Republic on June 18–20.
[8] The penultimate race of the series took place in La Seu d'Urgell, Spain on June 26–27.
The home German paddlers won 4 out of 5 events and added 1 silver and 2 bronze medals.