About Us
Empowering the industry through education
ICDQ Instituto de Certificación, S.L.
The Escola Europea is certified under the UNE-EN ISO 9001:2015 standard by ICDQ Instituto de Certificación, S.L., an accredited certification body in Spain.
This internationally recognised certification reflects our commitment to quality management and continuous improvement in the delivery of training programmes in the fields of transport and logistics. The certification confirms that our organisation operates according to rigorous quality standards focused on efficiency, transparency, and participant satisfaction.
European Commission
We are a committed member of the Pact for Skills, a flagship initiative launched by the European Commission to support upskilling and reskilling across Europe.
The Pact brings together public and private organisations to invest in the training and development of Europe’s workforce. By joining, we contribute to building stronger skills ecosystems in the transport and logistics sectors and promoting a more resilient, competitive European economy.
ACCIÓ
We have been accredited as an Agent de Suport a la Internacionalització by ACCIÓ, the agency for business competitiveness of the Government of Catalonia.
An Agent for Internationalisation Support is an accredited entity recognized by ACCIÓ for its expertise in helping businesses grow abroad, with access to visibility, support, networking, and tender opportunities.
This recognition certifies our role in supporting the international growth of Catalan companies through training and consultancy services. As part of this network, we share access to support tools, promotional materials, and initiatives designed to facilitate international market entry and export strategies.
SBB (Netherlands)
We are officially recognised as an Accredited Work Placement Company by the Foundation for Cooperation on Vocational Education, Training and the Labour Market (SBB).
SBB ensures the connection between vocational education and the labour market in the Netherlands. This accreditation enables us to host Dutch vocational students and provide them with real-world training opportunities aligned with their studies in logistics, supply chain management, and international trade.
Awarded by: WestMED Initiative
Date: November 2025
Recognised as the top project in the category “Blue Skills and Ocean Literacy” at the WestMED Project Awards 2025. Selected among more than 70 projects, the award highlights the Escola Europea’s contribution to maritime education, skills development, and innovative training initiatives supporting the sustainable blue economy in the Mediterranean region.
Awarded by: Advisors Committee of the Association of Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ACASME)
Date: November 2023
Awarded by: Shortsea Promotion Centre of Portugal
Date: May 2014
Awarded by: Shortsea Promotion Centre of Flanders
Date: October 2013
Awarded by: Grimaldi Lines
Date: July 2013
Awarded by : Shortsea Promotion Center of France
Date : December 2012