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Visionary Leadership: Eduard Rodés Awarded Mediterranean Medal for Advancing Mediterranean Prosperity

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This Wednesday our director Eduard Rodés was honoured with the Mediterranean Medal by the Advisors Committee of the Association of Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASCAME). This prestigious award recognized Mr. Rodés’ invaluable contributions to the economic development of the Mediterranean region through his leadership at the Escola Europea.

Eduard Rodés - Recipient of the ACASME Mediterranean Award 2023

Eduard Rodés – Recipient of the ACASME Mediterranean Award 2023

The Mediterranean Medal is bestowed annually upon distinguished individuals, companies, or institutions whose exceptional contributions have played a pivotal role in transforming the Mediterranean into a hub for unity, tolerance, camaraderie, and prosperity. This honour is reserved for those who have made significant strides in economically empowering women and youth, those who have championed job creation, as well as those who have tirelessly worked to advance cooperation and spur economic growth in the Mediterranean region. The award also recognizes Mediterranean-based companies and institutions that have embarked on a global expansion journey, thereby contributing to the promotion of the Mediterranean economy on a global scale. This year, the award ceremony took place at the Gala Dinner of MedaWeek Barcelona, held on the 15th of November at 20:30h at Casa Llotja de Mar, Barcelona.

Eduard Rodés, through his visionary leadership at Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, has made a significant contribution to the sustainable development and economic growth of the Mediterranean region. Since its inception in 2006, the Escola has played a pivotal role in advancing the development of the Mediterranean’s motorways of the sea and promoting intermodality. This commitment is evident through the successful completion of exemplary projects under the Marco Polo Programme of the European Union, the INEA – Executive Agency, and the ENI CBC MED Programme, among others. Furthermore, his recent leadership in initiatives like the YEP MED Project has significantly contributed to job creation within participating Mediterranean countries beyond the EU while also advancing the adoption of technology and simulation in educational programmes within the industry.

The establishment of the Port Virtual Lab has played a pivotal role in the Escola’s ability to expand its experiential programmes not only across the Mediterranean but also beyond. At an award ceremony, the true depth of Mr. Rodés’ dedication and unwavering efforts came to light, leaving a lasting impact on the transportation and logistics sector. His contributions have significantly enhanced the region’s connectivity and global competitiveness. This achievement is further exemplified by the Escola’s status as a PPP (Public Private Partnership) Project, consistently recognized as an international model for best practices in vocational and occupational education, as well as project management.

Upon receiving this remarkable recognition, Mr. Rodés expressed his gratitude, stating “I am deeply honored to receive the Mediterranean Medal of Honor from ASCAME. This distinction is a testament to the collective efforts of all Mediterranean port communities and the dedicated individuals working within them. Many ports have already paved the way for making sustainability, both environmental and social, a strategic element for their future, setting an example and driving change in their surroundings. This achievement is the result of the unwavering commitment and hard work of the entire Escola team, who have dedicated their talent and effort to turning many dreams, both our own and those of others, into reality. I extend my heartfelt thanks to Escola’s partners, including ports and shipping companies, as well as the European Commission and the ENI CBCMED programme, for giving us the opportunity and freedom to make this vision a reality.”

The Gala Dinner of MedaWeek Barcelona 2023 was attended by numerous prominent companies and individuals from various sectors. Their presence added tremendous significance to this momentous occasion.

For media inquiries, please contact Lidia Slawinska at Lidia.slawinska@escolaeuropea.eu.

For event-related questions and attendance details, kindly reach out to us at secretariat@ascame.org.

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Paving the Way for Sustainable Community Building through Youth-Led Progress

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Eduard Rodés - Director of the Escola Europea Intermodal Transport

Written by: Eduard Rodés, director of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport

By now you may have already heard, but if not let me be honoured in bringing you more exciting news regarding YEP MED‘s remarkable journey towards sustainability and community building. Not only have we been selected as a Top-18 Finalist in the Sustainability Awards of the International Association of Ports and Harbors, but we have also achieved the incredible feat of securing a spot as one of the top-3 finalists in the “Community Building” category—a testament to our dedication and innovation in this field.

Out of an impressive pool of 86 projects from around the world, YEP MED has emerged as a distinguished contender, showcasing remarkable dedication and innovation in the field of community building. This recognition serves as a testament to the significant impact and importance of our work in fostering sustainable and thriving communities.

 

Vote for YEP MED in the IAPH Sustainability Awards 2023

 

At the Escola, we are acutely aware of the importance of aligning our efforts with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In fact, we try to tailor most of our courses and activities to align with some of them. These global goals, ranging from ending poverty and hunger to promoting quality education and clean energy, are our collective roadmap to a more equitable and sustainable world.

Our projects and initiatives are designed with the SDGs in mind. Whether it’s reducing our carbon footprint, improving the livelihoods of local communities, or ensuring the responsible use of resources, the Escola is committed to making a meaningful contribution to these vital global objectives.

But it’s not just about what we do; it’s about who is leading the charge. Young people are at the forefront of progress, driving innovation and advocating for change. They are the torchbearers of a brighter future, and I couldn’t be prouder of the Escola in supporting and nurturing the talents of these future leaders.

Through our Youth Empowerment Program, we have provided opportunities for young minds to take the lead in shaping our sustainable initiatives. Their fresh perspectives, boundless energy, and innovative thinking have not only enriched our projects but have also reinforced our commitment to youth-led progress.

This brings me back to the IAPH Sustainability Awards. As we near the end of this final phase of this prestigious competition, we invite you all to participate actively and show your support for our endeavor. The public voting period, which runs from September 5th to September 24th, provides an opportunity for everyone to cast their votes for the project they believe deserves the most merit. Each vote holds significant weight, contributing 30% to the total score, while the remaining 70% will be assessed by the esteemed IAPH expert jury.

You can vote by going to the IAPH website.

The winners of the IAPH Sustainability Awards will be unveiled during the illustrious Gala dinner of the World Ports Conference in Abu Dhabi on November 1st. This momentous occasion not only celebrates our accomplishments but also underscores YEP MED’s unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on communities, the environment, and the future generations who will inherit this world.

In closing, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to every member of the YEP MED team whose hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit have brought us to this remarkable point in our journey. Let us continue to work hand in hand, pushing the boundaries of sustainability and community building, as we aim for even greater heights in the future.

Thank you for your unwavering support, and together, let us leave a lasting legacy of sustainability for generations to come.

YEP MED in Egypt celebrates success to empower young people in the Mediterranean port sector

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YEP MED’s closing ceremony highlights the project’s significant achievements, including the adaptation of eight training courses, training 72 teachers, and conducting 161 courses that trained nearly 3,700 young people, the YEP MED Talent Programme, and the World Port Sustainability Program (WPSP) successful submission.

The YEP MED project, an innovative initiative aimed at empowering young people , particularly NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) and women, in the Mediterranean port and logistics sectors, successfully concluded its journey with the YEP MED final conference & Steering Committee held on July 24th – 25th, 2023, at the Steigenberger Hotel El Lessan in Damietta, Egypt.

The two-day event united delegates from partner organizations alongside individuals associated with collaborating institutions, YEP MED trainees, and companies. The opening session commenced with welcoming remarks from key figures such as Rear Admiral Ahmed Hawash, Chairman of Damietta Port Authority, and Mr. Eduard Rodés, the CEO of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport. The session continued with thought-provoking keynote addresses from prominent figures like Dr. Esmat AlKaradsheh, representing ENI CBC MED Programme, Admiral Dr. Refeeq Galal, Chairman of Damietta for Container Handling Co. (DCHC), Prof Ismail Abdel Ghafar Ismail Farag, President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, which was presented on his behalf by Prof Akram Soliman Elselmy, and Rear Admiral Reda Ismail, Head of the Egyptian Maritime Sector.

The first session started with a presentation of YEP MED global results and YEP MED Talent by Mr. Eduard Rodés and Ms. Marta Miquel, respectively, shed light on the project’s significant achievements, which included adapting 8training courses, training 72 teachers, and conducting 161 training sessions. This resulted in the training of nearly 3,700 young individuals and women, with a remarkable 47% representation of women and 53% for men, contributing to gender balance in the workforce. The average participant age of thirty reflects the project’s focus on empowering young individuals at a crucial stage in their lives. Moreover, the project enabled approximately 1,100 internships and job placements, forging collaborations with over 250 companies across the seven countries represented.  This was followed by a presentation made by Prof Akram Soliman Elslemy,  YEP MED project manager at the Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology, which highlighted the project’s results that exceeded expectations on all levels. Each partner was then able to present their contributions, with speeches by Ms. Mar Marzo from Valenciaport Foundation (Spain), Mr. Rabieh Sabra, the president of the Beirut Chamber of Commerce in Lebanon, Mr. Jobrane Ben Mansour, OMMP (Tunisia), Mr. Husain Al-Safadi, the Chairman of the Aqaba Development Corporation through a remote connection) from Jordan.  Finally, the testimonial of Dr. Ahmed Kamel – DCHC, Trainer at YEP MED Egypt closed this part of the event.

The second session discussed the future of the project and included a presentation about the newly created PLIKA (Port Logistics International Knowledge Academy) was presented by Orlando Reveco from Escola Europea – shedding light on the legacies that YEP MED will leave behind upon its completion.  Then Prof. Alaa Morsy, YEP MED project coordinator at AASTMT, discussed the project’s sustainability and future.  The Session ended up with the signing ceremony for the PLIKA initiative (Port Logistics International Knowledge Academy) – an organisation created out of the work done by the training institutes during the YEP MED project.

The conference ended with the testimonials from trainees of the YEP MED in Egypt and the awarding ceremony for the esteemed partners, YEP MED students, and local companies that participated in the trainees’ internship and employment.

On the second day of the gathering, the YEP MED Steering Committee took place. Partners were able to discuss the future of cooperation, project sustainability, and the project’s closure. The day began with a warm official welcome from Damietta Port Authority, followed by a welcome note from Mr. Eduard Rodés. During the Committee meeting, topics such as the progress of activities, reporting, and payments to partners were discussed by representatives from the Escola Europea and Mes Advocats (Paula Baltar, Reyes Durá, and Gerard Navarro respectively) provided updates on the project’s financial management and the handling of minor amendments.

Dr. Esmat Karadsheh from ENI CBC MED delivered an informative training session on project closure guidelines, and the participants engaged in an open discussion on the YEP MED Final Report guidelines and dates. The event concluded with closing remarks and a visit to Damietta Port, offering participants an opportunity to witness the tangible impact of the YEP MED project first-hand.

Eduard Rodes, the director of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport and lead beneficiary of the project, expressed his gratitude and pride during the opening ceremony: “ The YEP MED project stands as a testament to what can be achieved when we come together with a shared vision for education and youth empowerment.” As the project drew to a close, the YEP MED final conference & Steering Committee served as a moment of reflection, celebration, and inspiration for the future. The project has proven that together, a stronger and more interconnected society can be built, where challenges are overcome with determination and cooperation.

Empowering Port Communities: The Remarkable Journey of the YEP MED Project

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Eduard Rodés, Director - Escola Europea - Intermodal Transporrt

Written by: Eduard Rodés,
Director – Escola Europea – Intermodal Transporrt

These days, we are celebrating the successful completion of the YEP MED project, an ambitious initiative aimed at aligning the skills needs of the labor market with vocational education and training opportunities in Mediterranean port logistics communities. Led by the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, this project has played a pivotal role in creating employment opportunities, particularly for NEETs (young people not in employment, education, or training) and women within the region. Let’s delve into the project’s inception, its remarkable outcomes, and its aspirations for the future.

A Journey of Collaboration and Excellence

The YEP MED project began its journey by setting high standards for itself. Out of 184 projects submitted for consideration, it was rated as the top project, setting a significant challenge to excel and deliver outstanding results. Involving seven countries from the Mediterranean region, the project fostered collaboration between vocational training providers, private sector representatives, and public administrations at local and international levels. The active participation of all partner organizations from these seven countries was a remarkable achievement, underscoring the project’s commitment to inclusivity and collective progress.

Identifying Critical Skill Priorities

Within the logistics communities, the YEP MED project identified three critical skill areas that would shape the future of the industry:

  1. Digitalization of Management and Information Processes: Responding to the COVID-19 crisis, the project prioritized digitalizing maritime and terrestrial operations for efficiency, transparency, and resilience in logistics.
  2. Environmental and Sustainability Aspects: With an emphasis on ecological impact, the project aimed to design sustainable logistics chains to minimize the industry’s environmental footprint.
  3. Collaborative Approach and Knowledge Sharing: By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, the project sought to drive industry-wide progress and competitiveness.

 Empowering Individuals and Communities

The YEP MED project successfully achieved its objectives, positively impacting port communities and empowering individuals within the sector. It developed tailored vocational resources, enhanced employment skills, and established collaborative partnerships to ensure the sustainability and long-term impact of its efforts. Through various training courses and internships, it significantly contributed to enhancing employability and creating job opportunities for young individuals and women in the sector.

International Collaboration and Global Aspirations

International collaboration was a cornerstone of the project’s success, enabling the exchange of ideas, innovation, and best practices. Looking ahead, the YEP MED project aspires to extend its impact beyond the Mediterranean region and become a global reference for port industry initiatives. The project’s recognition as a finalist for the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) award for Best Initiative in Port Community Building further validates its significance and sets an example for other port initiatives worldwide.

Epilogue

The YEP MED project stands as a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and dedication in shaping the future of port logistics communities. By empowering individuals and fostering sustainable growth, it has become a guiding star for navigators in the port industry. As we move forward, let us join hands in harnessing the potential of our training centers and ports, embracing innovation and collaboration, and fulfilling the needs and aspirations of our society. Together, we can achieve the impossible and create a future where port communities thrive, and opportunities are accessible to all.

Reflections from the Red Sea

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On the first Tuesday of May, 2023, I woke up with a feeling of anticipation. Looking out of the window of my hotel room, with the soon-to-be-hot sun only peeking out from the horizon across the desert landscape, I could sense the excitement of the two days to come.

It was the first day of the third Steering Committee meeting of the YEP MED project. I was in Aqaba, Jordan. All the project’s partners have travelled to the city – a breath-taking gateway to the Red Sea and to the entire region. The Aqaba Development Corporation has once again opened its doors to host yet another event from the European project. Here, on the banks of the Red Sea, where the Assyrian and Persian empires strived to build bridges between the different civilisations fighting for survival during ancient times, on that day partners from 8 different port communities from across the Mediterranean region met to work together to help establish Mediterranean excellence on the world stage.

As we all know, port authorities were not designed for projects like YEP MED. They were designed to build infrastructures, such as terminals, docks, piers, railways and roads among others.  However, the world is currently undergoing a significant transition, and public administrations, training institutions and private companies must adapt to new realities and embrace a different understanding of their roles. It is crucial that we recognize the changing landscape around us and make the necessary adjustments to ensure that we focus our efforts to meet the needs of our evolving society. What does this mean, on a micro-level? We need to adopt new educational methodologies and technologies, promote sustainability, and be mindful of the impact our actions have on the environment and future generations. We need to adapt.

We must also work towards building more inclusive and equitable societies, where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. This requires a shift in mindset and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

To achieve sustainable social development from the lenses of port authorities and logistics communities, we need to break through the barriers of self-defence mechanisms, resistance, ignorance, and inertia that exist within the status quo. We need to advance gender equality, provide decent employment, education, and attract talented young people. This requires us to change our culture and build new logistics port communities that possess collective intelligence capable of identifying threats and opportunities – and acting on them. We must understand the new world that we are entering, and be willing to share, commit, and cooperate without leaving anyone behind.

YEP MED has paved the way forward in this regard, particularly during the years of the COVID-19 pandemic when resources were scarce. We were fortunate. By that I do not mean lucky, as to be fortunate means to have worked hard and made the right choices to achieve one’s objectives. Luck implies that success was achieved without much effort or intention. The support and funds of the European Union through the ENI CBC MED Programme help unite the people of the Mediterranean – and this help has been indispensible. The MEDPorts Association and its training and employment committee also played a fundamental role in bringing us together and helping us move forward. I would like to express my gratitude to Philippe Guillamet and Jordi Torrent – from MEDPorts – for believing in our project. I would also like to thank Gerard Navarro and his team for their excellent work in proposing a project that received an outstanding score during the evaluation process. Finally, I would like to underline the work of the Arab Academy, the Valenciaport Foundation, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Beirut and Mount Lebanon for their contributions, which helped make ours a high-quality project.

During our days in Aqaba, we reviewed the work that has been done under YEP MED during the 30 months since the project began. The data is encouraging – we can be optimistic without falling into complacency. Let us remember how we began – confined to our homes, in front of screens, with training centres closed down due to the global public health emergencies. But as often happens when work is part of the way we understand life, problems turned into opportunities. We have managed to train more than 3000 students from 7 countries, from which 45% were women. From that pool, 490 students went on to complete internships within their port communities, and from that pool, 350 secured employment. Moreover, we can also see new projects that point towards the future. The bonds that were made between us throughout this journey are strong and are guiding us towards new projects to help us collaborate together. Affections and personal relationships have been built, generating that collective intelligence that makes us better and allows us to improve our communities.

Let’s work together to develop the tools we have already set in motion and come up with new ideas for new adventures. We can use the MEDPorts Association as a launching pad, and we have other bodies and organizations that can help. We can start to build networks to keep us connected and evolving. We can continue to maximise our efforts, and utilize the knowledge, skills, and resources we have gained during this project.

This is the final stretch of YEP MED. Much like the ancient civilisations of the past, we can work together to build a talented, connected, and equitable Mediterranean.

The Escola unites Northern, Central and Southern Italy within its classrooms through the incorporation of the Port of Palermo as the newest member

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With the incorporation of the Port of Palermo as a member of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, the training centre unites the north, centre and south of Italy with a common purpose of encouraging training in logistics, sustainable transport and maritime intermodality.

APRIL 20, 2023 (CIVITAVECCHIA) – The Governing Board of the Escola Europea held its annual meeting on the 20th of April of this month at the headquarters of the Port of Civitavecchia.

Members of the Executive Committee of the Escola Europea during the annual meeting held on the 20th of April 2023.

From left to right: Alessia Mastromattei, Marta Miquel, Catalina Grimalt, Luca Lupi, Marco Muci, Eduard Rodes, Pino Musolino, (in the back) Silvio Ferrando, Lluís Salvador, Antonio Pedevila, Antonino Ilardi, Mario Massarotti, Marta Coppola, Agustí Filomeno

For the first time in the history of the organisation, the Governing Board, under the chairmanship of Lluís Salvadó, voted and unanimously approved the entry of a new member, the Port of Palermo and, therefore, the Authority of the Maritime Port System of Western Sicily, into the Escola Europea-Intermodal Transport. With the addition of the Port of Palermo as a general member, it joins the ranks of the founding members the Port of Barcelona, the Port of Civitavecchia, the Port of Genoa and the shipping companies Grimaldi Lines and Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV).

The meeting was attended by: the President of the Port of Civitavecchia, Pino Musolino; the Director of the Escola Europea, Eduard Rodés; the CEO of GNV, Matteo Catani, as members of the Governing Board. As a part of the Executive Committee, the Deputy Director General for Organisation and Internal Resources of the Port of Barcelona, Catalina Grimalt; the General Manager of Grimaldi Lines Spain, Mario Massarotti; the Head of Marketing and International Business of the Port of Genoa, Silvio Ferrando; GNV Board Member, Antonio Pedevilla; Marta Coppola, member of the Presidency Cabinet of the Port of Civitavecchia, attended. The newly incorporated to the committee Secretary General of the Port of Palermo, Luca Lupi was also present, in addition to the head of the Presidency Cabinet of the Port of Barcelona, Agustí Filomeno; and Marta Miquel, Chief Business Officer of the Escola Europea.

The board members reviewed the activities carried out by the Escola in 2022, which totalled 160 actions with 5,542 participants. It was a record figure in the history of the institution in terms of courses and participants.

In parallel, the Escola has participated in several European projects, such as YEP MED for the promotion of quality employment among young people in the Mediterranean, and TECHLOG, which is developing Living Labs for training with simulation in the port environment.

Escola presents its current and future projects and training to Lluís Salvadó, the President of the Port of Barcelona

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As part of his welcome and incorporation into the presidency of the Port of Barcelona, Lluís Salvadó visited the Barcelona headquarters of the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport (Escola Europea), a key player within the Port Community, to learn about new training initiatives and future projects.

On the 21st of February 2023, Lluis Salvadó, President of the Port of Barcelona and Chairman of the Governing Board of the Escola Europea, together with Catalina Grimalt Falcó, Deputy Director General for Organisation and Internal Resources of the Port of Barcelona and Member of the Executive Board, both representing the Port Authority of Barcelona, visited the headquarters of the Escola Europea to learn about the new training initiatives organised and promoted by the training centre, as well as the innovation, digitalisation and sustainable development projects of which the Escola is a part.

Welcoming the  visitors were the Eduard Rodés – Director of the Escola Europea, Concha Palacios – the Financial Director and Head of Projects, Marta Miquel – Business Development Manager, Mireia Ferré – Director of the Technical Office of Sustainability of the Port of Barcelona, Mireia Ferre, and, connected virtually from the headquarters of the Escola Europea in Civitavecchia (Italy), Marco Muci – the Country Manager for Italy.

At the meeting, the Escola’s training activities at both local and international levels were presented, which included Forma’t al Port Talent, the technical courses in maritime intermodality MOST – Motorways of the Sea Training, rail freight transport – SURCO, and management of temperature-controlled logistics chains, together with the training work carried out in Italy within the framework of the Formati al Porto programme and the GLIPS (Management of Integrated Logistics and Maritime Processes) training in Civitavecchia.

The training offer presentation was followed by a summary of the annual participation figures for the previous year, in which a record number of participants was broken with more than 5,542 participants. Of those, 2,111 were students from training and technical courses and 3,431 attended workshops and maritime visits in the Port of Barcelona. The participation figures forecast for the year 2023 showed an estimated 6% growth in student participation of logistics courses and workshops is planned.

The projects that have been consolidated by the institution were also presented to the Catalan port’s leadership: the YEP MED project – Youth Employment in Ports of the Mediterranean – with which a training offer on port logistics has been presented; and the TECHLOG project – Technological Transfer for Logistics Innovation in Mediterranenan area – which foresees the implementation of two ‘Living Labs’ from which the development of innovation actions with simulator technology is foreseen. Both European projects are financed by ENI CBC MED, in which different Mediterranean port communities are participating.

As part of the strategy of consolidation and evolution of the European YEP MED project, the Escola developed the Port Virtual Lab, a virtual simulation laboratory of a port community portvirtuallab.com.

In the photo are from left to right: Director of the Escola Europea, Eduard Rodés, Lluis Salvadó, President of the Port of Barcelona, Financial Director and Head of Projects, Concha Palacios, General Business Director, Marta Miquel, Catalina Grimalt Falcó, Deputy Director General for Organisation and Internal Resources, and Mireia Ferre, Director of the Port of Barcelona’s Technical Office for Sustainability.

In addition, some of the projects that point to the future and are in line with the trends of the Blue Economy, and in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), were presented to respond to the training and innovation needs of the industry.

Open call for trainings in Barcelona on International Trade administrative processes

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The Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, lead partner of the YEP MED project, along with Barcelona Activa and the city council of El Prat de Llobregat have opened the call for registration for the upcoming International Trade’s administrative process trainings.

 

If you have an administrative background and are looking for job opportunities this open call to the three YEP MED administrative process trainings can give you tools and knowledge on administrative processes behind international trade and port operations.

These 3 courses will take place between the 27th of September and the 26th of October on a hybrid format of online and in-person visits to the local facilities that surround transport operations within the port environment in the city of Barcelona.

All these courses are open to young people and women who have an administration background.

The last two courses may be taken only after completing the first one. For more information, you can consult the event on our website.

A course for professionals with an administrative background

If you have experience working in the International Trade sector in the administration department, you might have the basic knowledge and skills to initiate this training cycle. The course will provide you an all-encompassing overview of the port logistics community and the administrative processes that surround transport operations within a port environment and thanks to the funding from the ENI CBC MED Programme – the courses are free.

A three-phase program

By attending the three courses you will get to know the general scenario of international trade, first-hand knowledge of the Port of Barcelona, its infrastructures, logistics equipment and operations, management of the financial and legal operations behind international trade.

This training cycle is divided in three courses:

The first course – Introduction to International Trade Operations – will take place online and in Barcelona between the 27th and the 4th of October 2022.

Students will receive a general introduction to the administrative processes related to international trade operations in Barcelona and get familiar with the basic aspects of import and export operations.

The second course – Port Logistics Community Training –in onsite format will take place between the 5th and the 11th of October 2022, aiming to give the participants a more complete view of the Port of Barcelona, its infrastructures, logistics equipment and operations. Also providing local companies the opportunity to showcase their operations and present the professional profiles that they are currently searching, a great chance for networking.

The final course of this series – Administrative Processes in International Trade– will take place from the 13th until the 26th of October and will be on a hybrid format, incorporating the new innovative approach developed for the YEP MED with the Simulated Practice Enterprises Methodology.

Career opportunities on administrative process for International Trade

In pursuing a career in administrative processes, you will get to know the general scenario of maritime and intermodal transport as well as all the standards and regulations, documentation, logistics suppliers in the port community and financial management of the process.

Some of the main jobs on the administrative International Trade positions are related to the Supply Chain, Global trade, and Trade Finances sectors, such as: Administrative Assistant, Project Support Administrator, Project Administrator, Customs Entry Administrator, Export control Administrator, Facilities Administrator and Reception, Financial Planning Administrator, and more.

Registrations for young people and women who have an administration background are open and can be done through the website of each course until all places are filled.

Marta Miquel Chief Business Officer of the Escola Europea, Joaquim Cabané former CEO of the Coma y Ribas group and Eduard Rodés director of the Escola Europea at the meeting of Port of Barcelona's Steering Council

The Escola Europea leading the Training and Employment Working Group of Port of Barcelona’s Steering Council

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At the second Steering Council for the Promotion of the Port Community of Barcelona, the Escola Europea has assumed the presidency and coordination of the Training and Employment Working Group.

 

Marta Miquel Chief Business Officer of the Escola Europea, Joaquim Cabané former CEO of the Coma y Ribas group and Eduard Rodés director of the Escola Europea at the meeting of Port of Barcelona's Steering Council

Last Thursday, July 14, the second annual meeting of the Steering Council for the Promotion of the Port Community of Barcelona was held. Within the framework of this meeting, the Training and Employment Working Group presented the activities carried out during the first half of the year, such as the first Getting Talent – Aprenem Junts action, the constitution of new project groups, as well as a review of the courses developed within the framework of the YEP MED and Forma’t al Port projects. 

The Training and Employment Working Group has been led since its creation in 2014 by its president, Joaquim Cabané, former CEO of the Coma y Ribas group, a reference in the port industry of Barcelona, and its coordination has been since then in the hands of the director of the Escola Europea, Eduard Rodés. 

After 8 years of management, Joaquim Cabané has stepped aside and handed over his presidency to the then coordinator of the group, Eduard Rodés. The coordination of the course has now been handed over to Marta Miquel, Chief Business Officer of the Escola Europea, who over the years has also actively collaborated with the group. 

 

The Steering Committee demonstrates the solid advances of the YEP MED project

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The YEP MED project is moving towards the expected results at a great pace: more than 25 training courses developed and more than 1300 participants

The YEP MED Project (Youth Employment in the Ports of the MEDiterranean) has brought together the members of the Steering Committee on 7th, 8th and 9th of June in a hybrid way, physically at the Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport, in Barcelona, and online.

Throughout the presentations of the different activities to be developed within the framework of the project, which aims to motivate employment in the logistics-port sector through specialised training focused on young people and women, they confirmed that the project is progressing in accordance with the objectives set and has become a key element of cooperation in the field of training and collaboration between logistics-port communities in the Mediterranean.

The Project officers, Dua’a Qurie and Alessandro Zedda, together with Vincent Ernoux, member of the ENI Branch office in Valencia, participated actively in the meetings on behalf of the ENI CBC MED programme, as well as the members of the different logistic-port communities and their institutions: Aqaba Development Corporation (Jordan), Autorità di Sistema Portuale del Mar Tirreno Centro-Settentrionale (Italy), Office de la Marine Marchande et des Ports and Institut Miéditerraneen de Formation Aux Métiers Maritimes (Tunis), Fundación ValenciaPort (Spain), Escola Europea – Intermodal Transport and Port de Barcelona (Spain), Chamber of Commerce of Beirut Mount-Lebanon (Lebanon), Damietta Port Authority and Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (Egypt).

 

The steering commitee approved the extension of the project from 30 to 36 months, bringing the project to an end in September 2023. To date, it has been agreed that there will be two more meetings between the project partners: the next steering committee meeting to be held in Civitavecchia at the end of this year and the final project event to be held in Damietta in June 2023.

So far, the partners of the project have developed more than 25 training courses with the participation of more than 1300 participants in all the countries involved in the project. As a whole and analysing the results obtained at this stage of the project, YEP MED has proved to be of great added value for the different port communities, aligning the needs of the sector with training, providing an innovative methodology for training future workers and inviting cooperation between people, communities and countries in the Mediterranean.

The YEP MED project has a budget of €2.9m, with a 10% contribution from the European Union, and a duration of 30 months since it began in September 2020. For more information you can contact Concha Palacios from the project office at concha.palacios@portdebarcelona.cat or head to the website.

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