Human Capital in the Port Sector
The Valenciaport Foundation has concluded the 34th edition of its Master's Program in Port Management, surpassing the milestone of 1.000 graduates. The ceremony, presided over by Mar Chao (APV), featured a keynote address by Jaime de Jaraíz, CEO of LG Spain, who championed human capital as the key factor for competitiveness.
La Fundación Valenciaport has closed the 34th edition of its Master in Port Management and Intermodal Transport (MGPT) en Valenciasurpassing the historic figure of 1.000 trained professionals. The event, which brought together the main authorities of the sector, positioned the Human talent as the main strategic asset for the competitiveness of the logistics and port industry, a message reinforced by the sponsor of the promotion, Jaime de Jaraíz, president and CEO of LG España.
An institutional vision aligned with innovation
The opening of the event was carried out by Mar Chao, President of the Autoridad Portuaria de Valencia (APV)who emphasized training and innovation as fundamental pillars for business leadership in a high-speed environment. "It is necessary to make the right decisions in increasingly less time, and to do so, we must be trained and rely on tools such as innovation and digitalization," he stated. Chao He defined the master's program as "a collective success story" and a tool aligned with the motto of the entity's strategic plan: "Together further".
In the same line, Aurelio Acedo, general director of the APVHe urged the new graduates to maintain a commitment to continuous growth in order to "contribute to the development of a sector that is fundamental to the economy and society."
The real competitive advantage: the human factor
The keynote lecture was given by Jaime de Jaraíz, president and CEO of LG EspañaUnder the title "The true competitive advantage: people," the executive emphasized that large infrastructures, such as the Port of ValenciaThey depend on talent to function at their full potential. "We need skilled professionals with an international perspective and the ability to adapt," he noted. De JaraízDuring her speech, she outlined values such as and motivation, the passion and humility as essential elements for achieving success in the professional and personal spheres.
A strategic alliance between university and business
José Aguilar, academic director of the program and professor of the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), made the assessment of this edition, the eighth that is taught under the auspices of the UPV and in which 166 students have been trained. Aguilar He highlighted the degree's growing international reach, with 17% of students coming from abroad, and its strong synergy with the business sector. "Companies in the sector provide professors, offer visits, host students for internships, and in many cases, hire them," he explained, emphasizing the master's program's practical and market-oriented nature.
For its part, Antonio Torregrosa, general director of the Fundación ValenciaportHe congratulated the graduating class, whom he described as "especially committed." He emphasized the unique value of the postgraduate program: "You are taking with you the know-how of a leading and visionary port, of the UPV as the best technology of España and a reference in Europa, and the knowledge of the Fundación Valenciaport».
| Key Aspect of the Program | Relevant Data |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Master in Port Management and Intermodal Transport (MGPT) |
| Current Edition | 34th (Closed in July 2026) |
| Milestone Achieved | More than 1.000 graduates have been awarded |
| Credits and Hours | 60 ECTS credits (600 teaching hours) |
| International projection | 17% foreign students in this edition |
| Employability Index | Cercano al 100% |
| Next Start (35th Edition) | 15th October 2026 |
Recognition of excellence and closing ceremony
The diploma ceremony, conducted by Ana Rumbeu, Director of Training Fundación ValenciaportIt included recognition for excellence. The award for best team went to the group made up of Rolando Abarca, Manuel Alcalá, Paula Cloquell, Mariana Granados y Andrea VázquezOn an individual level, the award for best academic record went to Álvaro García-PozueloOn behalf of the students, Paula Cloquell y Arnau Campos They gave a moving speech of thanks.
The official closing ceremony was performed by Esther GómezThe regional secretary for Universities, who championed the need for dual and applied training, citing this master's program as a success story for its ability to integrate the entire port community into the educational process.
Key points and frequently asked questions about port management training
What impact does this program have on Spanish foreign trade companies?
This master's program provides the market with highly qualified professionals who possess a comprehensive understanding of port business and intermodal transport. For exporting and importing companies, having these profiles means incorporating talent capable of optimizing supply chains, thoroughly understanding port operations, and implementing innovative solutions, which translates into a direct improvement in competitiveness.
Why is human talent considered a key factor in a sector as technological as logistics?
While digitalization, automation, and artificial intelligence are crucial, the true competitive advantage lies in the people who manage, implement, and adapt these technologies. Human capital provides the strategic vision, negotiation skills, complex problem-solving abilities, and adaptability that no machine can replicate, making it the engine of growth and efficiency.
What differentiates this master's degree from other training programs?
Its main differentiating value is the triple alliance that supports it: the experience and strategic vision of a leading port like the Autoridad Portuaria de Valencia (APV), the academic rigor of a prestigious university like the UPV and the applied knowledge of Fundación ValenciaportThis synergy, along with its very high employability rate and its faculty of professors from the sector, consolidates it as the benchmark program in Spanish at an international level.
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