The APC initiative seeks to consolidate the PortLab such as new port innovation ecosystem intended to contribute decisively to the transformation of the infrastructure into a benchmark in the MediterraneanTo achieve this, strategic consulting will focus on boosting collaboration with the environment, including innovative companies, startups, universities, technology centers and public bodies.
The president of the Cartagena Port Authority, Pedro Pablo Hernandez, has emphasized the importance of this tool for the port community and its surroundings: «PortLab Cartagena It is a tool for working in a more integrated way with the port community and with stakeholders in the surrounding area, allowing us to channel talent and innovative knowledge in the Region of Murcia in order to find and promote innovative solutions that improve the efficiency and sustainability of our operations.”
In this regard, Hernández added that the aim is to provide the Port with a stable structure that allows "anticipating funding opportunities, preparing projects rigorously and ensuring their proper execution, reinforcing the role of The Port of Cartagena as an engine of economic, technological and social development in the Region”.
Among the key functions that it facilitates PortLab Cartagena they find the channeling and enhancing regional innovative talent; direct support to the port community in identifying funding opportunities; and the preparation and presentation of projects to the European aid programs and funds linked to fundamental areas such as sustainability, energy, digitalization and competitiveness.
Furthermore, the ecosystem is intended to generate a international positioning and communication strategy that positions Cartagena as a benchmark in port innovation, promoting collaboration between sectors through the Cartagena Port Valley-UPCT Chair.
With this action, the Port Authority takes a step decisive in the execution of its Strategic Plan, placing the sustainability, digitalization and innovation at the heart of its development model to consolidate its position as hub key in the Mediterranean.
The submission of bids for this service renewal can be viewed and submitted on the Cartagena Port Authority's Contracting Profile, through the Public Sector Procurement Platform. term limits The deadline for receiving proposals is November 14th.
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