A Decade of Impact: ARETÉ Awards honour key figures behind Forma’t al Port
On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Forma’t al Port programme, the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, together with the Barcelona Port Community, recognised two individuals whose vision and dedication were instrumental in shaping its success. On 15 May 2025, Mr Joaquim Cabané and Ms Marisa Clavero received the ARETÉ – EXCELLENCE awards in honour of their outstanding contributions to the programme and the wider logistics-port education ecosystem.
Joaquim Cabané: Architect of Collaboration
Mr Joaquim Cabané was honoured for his decisive role in the creation and development of the Training and Employment Working Group under the Governing Board of the Port of Barcelona, as well as for his contributions to the Forma’t al Port programme.
From the very beginning, Mr Cabané provided consistent, rigorous, and generous leadership. As Chair of the Working Group, he brought a global vision shaped by his extensive experience at the helm of Coma i Ribas, a company that spans nearly all professional profiles within the logistics-port sector.
He undertook his responsibilities with a constructive and exemplary spirit. His active engagement included personally visiting training centres to encourage their participation in the programme, thereby strengthening the link between education and industry.
Under his leadership, the Working Group became a true space for collaboration among public institutions, companies, and educational centres. Simultaneously, Forma’t al Port grew into a benchmark initiative, recognised both locally and beyond.
The award was presented by Mr José Alberto Carbonell, President of the Port of Barcelona.
Marisa Clavero: A Legacy of Educational Innovation
Ms Marisa Clavero received the ARETÉ – EXCELLENCE award in recognition of her lifelong dedication to educational excellence and her pioneering role in shaping maritime and intermodal transport training.
Her involvement preceded the launch of Forma’t al Port, as she was instrumental—through her work at eCAT Lluïsa Cura and with the support of its director, Maria Creus—in promoting the participation of higher vocational training centres in European intermodality initiatives, such as the Marco Polo Programme.
Ms Clavero consistently demonstrated an insatiable curiosity and a deep enthusiasm for discovering new methodologies and tools for her students. She approached each new challenge with remarkable generosity, tenacity, and a constructive spirit.
She played a vital role in the development of both Forma’t al Port and the Port Virtual Lab – two milestones that would not have been achieved without her vision and commitment.
As she enters a new chapter in her career, the Escola expressed its deepest appreciation through this award, highlighting her enduring legacy and impact.
The award was presented by Mr Eduard Rodés, Director of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport.
About the ARETÉ – EXCELLENCE Award
Since its foundation, the Escola has upheld a symbol of quality to distinguish those individuals and institutions whose work and commitment have supported its educational mission. Inspired by the classical Greek concept of areté—the pursuit of excellence in physical, intellectual, and moral dimensions—the ARETÉ awards were created to formalise this recognition.
The ARETÉ – EXCELLENCE distinction is conferred on training centres, institutions, and their representatives or collaborators who exemplify these values and have contributed decisively to the development of the Escola’s programmes.