City-Port Relations
Ivan Jimenez, president of the Port Authority of Bilbao, presented the entity's strategies at the international session on 'City-Port' initiatives. The meeting, held in Quebec, was part of the General Assembly of the CRPM's Atlantic Arc Commission.
The president of the Bilbao Port Authority, Ivan Jimenez, has participated in an international session on initiatives 'Port City' celebrated in Quebec, CanadáThe forum, organized within the framework of the General Assembly of the Atlantic Arc Commission from the Conferencia de Regiones Periféricas Marítimas (CRPM), has served to analyze the most successful collaboration models between port infrastructures and their urban environment.
The intervention by the head of the Basque port focused on the importance of an efficient symbiosis between logistics development and the quality of life in cities, an increasingly critical factor for the competitiveness and sustainability of international business. The participation of Bilbao This meeting underlines the proactive role of the entity in the main forums for debate on the future of maritime transport and port governance at a global level.
A strategic forum for transatlantic collaboration
The session, entitled «Session d'échange sur les relations Ville-Port» (“Session on City-Port Initiatives”), was a key meeting point for managers and officials from some of the most important maritime regions of Europa y NorteaméricaThe event was supported by prominent local institutions such as the Ville de Québec, Gouvernement du Québec, Ports Québec, the Union des Villes du Québec and Réseau Capitales Francophones et Maritimes.
Experts in urban development and port logistics, consulted by Foreign CompanyThey emphasize that these forums are essential for sharing best practices in the field of sustainability (ESG)Digitalization and the creation of shared value. For ports, integration with the city is not only a matter of social responsibility, but also a strategic lever for attracting talent, investment, and improving supply chain efficiency.
| Concept | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Exchange session on 'City-Port' initiatives |
| Framework Organization | Comisión Arco Atlántico (CRPM) |
| Headquarters | Quebec, Canadá |
| Key Participant | Ivan Jimenez, Presidente de la Autoridad Portuaria de Bilbao |
| Local Organizers | Ville de Québec, Ports Québec, Gouvernement du Québec, among others |
The presence of Autoridad Portuaria de Bilbao at the assembly of the Comisión Arco Atlántico reinforces its positioning as a hub reference logistics in the south Europa and an influential actor in defining maritime policies that will impact foreign trade over the next decade.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the City-Port relationship
Why is city-port collaboration strategic for a Spanish exporting company?
Effective integration between the port and the city improves logistical efficiency by optimizing land connections (rail and road), reducing transit times, and minimizing bureaucratic hurdles. For an exporter, this translates into lower operating costs, greater supply chain reliability, and faster access to international markets.
What role does the Atlantic Arc Commission play in foreign trade?
La Comisión Arco Atlántico It is an interregional cooperation lobby that promotes the interests of the Atlantic regions before the Unión Europea and other organizations. Their work influences the raising of funds for infrastructure, the development of transport corridors and the creation of a favorable regulatory framework for trade, fishing and the blue economy, directly affecting the business of companies operating on this maritime front.
What benefits does the Port of Bilbao gain from participating in international forums such as the one in Quebec?
Participation in these events allows the Puerto de Bilbao perform benchmarking With other leading ports, it adopts global best practices in management and sustainability, and strengthens its international network. Furthermore, it positions the infrastructure and companies within its network to enhance their standing. hinterland as reliable and advanced partners in the global logistics arena, attracting new trade routes and investments.
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