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A European training centre and a reference for intermodal transport and logistics. The Escola promotes sustainable logistics in Europe through innovative courses

Training Offer

SURCO Operations I

24 July, 2019

In this course participants gain a complete view of port-rail operations and terminals in ports connected by the railway. Highly experienced professionals explain firsthand how operations are organised, managed and developed in such logistics infrastructures.

SURCO Operations II

23 July, 2019

In this course participants gain a complete view of national and international railway connections. Highly experienced professionals explain first-hand how operations are organised, managed and developed in such logistics infrastructures.

Port2Rail Iberia

22 July, 2019

This course takes place in Portugal, and takes an experiential teaching approach to present the port-rail intermodality in key locations on the Iberian peninsula. It aims to analyse the different elements that must be combined for the provision of rail-port services and to give the necessary training and information to those who are going to decide and manage logistics chains in which the railway can be seen as a profitable alternative in terms of services, cost or time.

Forma't al Port - Introduction

20 August, 2018

This course aims to give young students of the secondary schools of Catalonia an introduction to the professions within the Catalan maritime logistics sector.

Forma't al Port - Management

20 August, 2018

This course aims to give young students of the secondary schools of Catalonia a thorough understanding of the professions within the maritime logistics sector.

Temperature Controlled Supply Chains

12 February, 2018

The course cover the characteristics of the success of industries that depend on the cold chain. It comes down to knowing how to ship a product with temperatures adapted to the shipping circumstances. Moving a shipment across the supply chain without suffering any setbacks or temperature anomalies requires the establishment of a comprehensive logistical process to maintain product integrity.

Groupage and Consolidation Centres

12 February, 2018

Consolidation and groupage are today essential elements in effective supply chains. Through this course you will get to know how groupage works, and discover its actors, market segmentation and trends. Participants will learn how to hire and manage door-to-door groupage operations and visit service providers on the ground.

Port Operations - Goods

12 February, 2018

Big differences exist between countries regarding the quality and costs of the port and shipping services available to their importers and exporters (e.g. in terms of towage operations, mooring, etc.). The existing infrastructures and connectivity of the port are also of major importance for traders when choosing to bring their goods to their destinations. This course delves into theses aspect in detail.

MOST Management

12 February, 2018

This course takes place on board of a Ro-Pax vessel on the crossing between Barcelona and Civitavecchia (Rome). During the trip, participants will attend lectures, workshops and work on a case study in groups. Additionally this course includes a guided tour and some free time to enjoy the city of Rome.

Port Operations - Vessels

11 February, 2018

Port operations are necessary to facilitate maritime trade between trading partners. It is pivotal to ensure that the operations are smooth and avoid congestion in the harbour. Port operations can be defined as all policies, reforms and regulations that influence the infrastructure and operations of port facilities. This course analyses all port operations related to vessels.

Visit to the Port of Barcelona: operations and infrastructures

22 January, 2018

In collaboration with the Port of Barcelona and its port community actors, we offer a visit to the Port of Barcelona and its environment. In this course you can observe the operations, traffic, infrastructures and operators based in the port first-hand through a guided maritime tour and inland visits to maritime terminals.

MOST Operations

10 January, 2018

This course takes place on board of a Ro-Pax vessel on the crossing between Barcelona and a port in Italy (either Genoa or Civitavecchia). During the trip, participants will attend lectures, workshops and work on a case study in groups. MOST Operations is not as comprehensive as MOST Management, and it takes place over 3 days.

Testimonials

El curso hay sido muy interesante y el nivel de profesores y participantes muy alto. Me ha aportado tanto como esperado.

AnonymousSurco Operations II, January 2019

El curso estuvo espectacular los temas y maestros me gustaron muchísimo. Fue ponerle cara a la teoría de las clases. Los felicito!

LuisaMOST Intermodality, 2018

El curso me ha gustado mucho, las sesiones han sido muy interesantes y nos habéis descubierto un mundo totalmente nuevo para nosotros.

María Acuña MercadonaGroupage & Consolidation Centres, 18-20 June 2018

M’ha semblat molt interessant, ben pensat i ben conduït per l’Escola i el seu personal.

Xavier Sabaté - Autoridad Portuaria de BarcelonaSummer School in Port Operations, July 2018

I am very favourably impressed by dedication and professionalism of the Escola team. They are very knowledgeable, deeply engaged and friendly.

Bridget Cosgrave, INTTRAMOST France, 26-29 November 2016

Me ha gustado mucho el curso: el caso práctico me parece una muy buena manera de aprender y compartir conocimientos con los compañeros y poder aplicarlos me ha ayudado mucho.

Diana L. Colima PazosMOST Management, 13th-16th June, 2015

I had a fantastic time! Thank you!

AnonymousMOST & RAIL 9th-13th February 2015