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Ideas afloat, entrepreneurship and innovation in the Port of Algeciras
The University of Cadiz, through UCA Emprende, and the Algeciras Technology Campus Foundation (FCTA), in collaboration with the Algeciras Bay Port Authority (APBA), held the event “Ideas Afloat: navigate as a team, innovate in the port“, an initiative that aims to promote entrepreneurship and the generation of ideas related to the port logistics sector among […]
The APBA plays a leading role in the satellite pilot project that positions Algeciras and Spain at the forefront of maritime NewSpace
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) continues to position itself as a key player in the digital transformation of the maritime-port sector, committing to emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency and sustainability. In this context, and as part of its commitment to innovation, the APBA is participating as a pilot port in […]
The APBA takes centre stage at the 3rd Campo de Gibraltar Innovation and Digital Transformation Fair
On Wednesday 1 October, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) played a prominent role in the 3rd Innovation and Digital Transformation Fair, organised by the Campo de Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce. It should be noted that the Fair is part of the ‘Campo de Gibraltar en digital 2025’ project and includes a […]
The Port of Algeciras hosts a technical visit to its facilities as part of the European SaferSEA project
On Thursday, 25 September, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) hosted a technical visit as part of the European SaferSEA project, co-financed by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme 2021-2027, in which it participates as an Associate Partner. The event, aimed at project partners, began with a welcome address by Salvador León, Head […]
The Port of Algeciras presents its advances in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins in a webinar organized by ALICE
On Wednesday, September 10, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) was the protagonist of the webinar entitled “The AI&DT Digital Ambition of the Port of Algeciras: from open innovation to maximize value creation,” organized by the European Technology Platform ALICE (Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe), of which the Algeciras […]
The APBA takes center stage at the “UIMP Port Week 2025” series of meetings held in Santander
On Wednesday, September 3, the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) participated in the conference “Giving voice to data: Ports, Data-Driven Organizations“, part of the ”UIMP Port Week 2025″ series of meetings organized by the Menéndez Pelayo International University (UIMP), the Port Authority of Santander (APS), and the Spanish State Ports Authority (OPPE), […]
Algeciras, Central America, and the EU strengthen their digital connectivity for more competitive and sustainable trade
The Port Authority of Algeciras (APBA) has presented in San José, Costa Rica, alongside the European Union and the Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration (SIECA), an ambitious project that will boost bi-regional trade between the Port of Algeciras and Central America, consolidating the Algeciras hub as the southern gateway to Europe. This is the […]
The Innovation Committee of the Algeciras Port holds a new meeting and gets to know the new Centre for Digital Entrepreneurship
The Innovation Committee of the Algeciras Port held, last Tuesday 8 July, a new meeting with the double objective of taking stock of the results obtained during the first half of the year, and to know first hand the activity of the Centre for Digital Entrepreneurship in Port Logistics of the Algeciras Port. Jesús Medina, […]
The APBA reinforces its commitment to port efficiency and Just-in-Time calls with a leading role in international reference forums
In a global context where efficiency and sustainability have become strategic priorities for maritime transport, the port sector is moving decisively towards the implementation of Just-in-Time operations. This approach seeks to minimize waiting times and downtime and to optimize the use of resources through better coordination between the different actors involved in the vessel call […]
The Port of Algeciras Opens Call for Start-up Acceleration as Part of the Misión Andalucía Program
At a key moment for the digital transformation of Andalusia’s productive fabric, the Port of Algeciras is positioning itself as one of the pillars of the Misión Andalucía initiative—an ambitious program driven by the Andalusian Government and various local partners to promote technological entrepreneurship in strategic sectors. This mission offers programs tailored to the needs […]
Port of Algeciras decarbonization presented as success story at GreenTech 2025 event organized by Port Technology International
The Port of Algeciras was present at the recent edition of the GreenTech event, organized by Port Technology International, which was held from 29 to 30 April in the Swedish city of Gothenburg. On this occasion, the event brought together more than 60 attendees from major European ports, port terminals and technology companies in the […]
APBA backs 17 proposals in the third call of the Ports 4.0 Fund for pre-commercial projects
The deadline for submitting projects in the pre-commercial category for the third call of the Ports 4.0 innovation fund, an initiative promoted by the TradeTech ecosystem of Spanish Ports and designed to support entrepreneurs and companies, both national and international, with innovative ideas or projects capable of transforming the port-logistics sector, ended on 24 March. […]
The Port of Algeciras presented as a success story at the Open Innovation day promoted by the SVQ Emprende ecosystem in Seville
On Tuesday 22nd April, within the framework of the Employment and Entrepreneurship Fair of the Pablo de Olavide University of Seville, the session entitled “Open Innovation as the axis of collaboration between entities, companies and startups” was held. An activity promoted by the SVQ Emprende Ecosystem and attended by students, professors, entrepreneurship technicians from public […]
The Port Authority of the Algeciras Bay participates in ALICE Brokerage Event 2025
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) participated last April 2nd and 3rd, in the III edition of the Brokerage Event that the European Technology Platform ALICE (Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe) held in the city of Brussels. This event, which brought together more than 120 representatives of the logistics […]
The APBA exposes the impact of the application of Artificial Intelligence in the Port of Algeciras within the framework of the Nexomar project
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has presented its progress in innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the meeting “The Future of Logistics: AI, Automation and Sustainability”, organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Seville in the framework of the Interreg Spain-Portugal (POCTEP) Nexomar project. This project, coordinated by the Andalusian Council […]
APBA hosts the technical session of the “VIPE” project for risk and vulnerability management of port infrastructure
The Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) has held a technical session within the framework of the “VIPE” Project (Vulnerability of Port Infrastructure from Space), focused on developing an advanced tool for risk and vulnerability management of port infrastructures, based on the application of Differential Interferometry of Synthetic Aperture Radar (DInSAR) and Artificial […]
The Port of Algeciras, an example at the MARLOG conference of the application of innovation to optimize port operations
The president of the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (APBA) and vice president of the association of Mediterranean ports MEDPORTS, Gerardo Landaluce, participates this week in the international congress MARLOG 14 held in the city of Alexandria (Egypt) under the theme “Implementations of Artificial Intelligence towards the construction of the digital future”. In […]
Balance and challenges: the Innovation Committee of the Port of Algeciras outlines the path towards 2025 with a new session at the UCA-SEA Innovation Center.
The Innovation Committee of the Port of Algeciras Bay organized, last January 22, a new meeting to take stock of the results obtained in 2024 and where the main lines of work for 2025 were established. On this occasion, the session was held at the Innovation Center of the University of Cadiz UCA-SEA, the first […]
The APBA participates in the “Impulso&Crece” Conference held at the Navantia Training Centre (NTC).
The Navantia Training Centre (NTC) in San Fernando hosted last Tuesday the “Impulso&Crece” Conference, an initiative organized by the Fundación Instituto Ricardo Valle de Innovación (Innova IRV) together with the Consejería de Industria, Energía y Minas de la Junta de Andalucía, which brought together professionals and experts to address the challenges of digitalization, artificial intelligence […]
The APBA strengthens the “Algeciras Port Digital Academy” Program with the 3rd edition of its collaboration initiative with Training Centers
The Port Authority of the Algeciras Bay (APBA) held the launch event past Monday, January 13, for the third edition of its initiative aimed at centers offering Vocational Training programs. This initiative consolidates previous alliances and significantly expands the range of companies where students can enhance their training, demonstrating its success and appeal in the […]
The APBA reinforces its support to start-ups and entrepreneurs in the new call for Pre-commercial Projects of the Ports 4.0 Fund.
The Official State Gazette (BOE) published, last December 21th, 2024, the new call for the Ports 4.0 fund for its Pre-commercial Projects program. This call regulates the granting, by Puertos del Estado, of public aid within the framework of the Plan to Promote Entrepreneurship for Innovation in the Port Sector, with the aim of promoting and […]
Nxport, the new data platform of the Port Community of Antwerp
At the beginning of 2017, the Port Community of Antwerp launched the new digital platform NxtPort, an ambitious initiative that aims to increase the competitiveness of the Port of Antwerp through the strategic and innovative use of data. Through this project, the exchange of data between the different actors will be favored, the processes will […]
3D printing of metal parts in the Port of Rotterdam
The Port of Rotterdam inaugurated at the end of 2016 the first laboratory of additive manufacturing and 3D printing of metal parts focused on the port industry (3D FieldLab). The success obtained in the development of the pilot project during 2015 led to the construction of this FieldLab, which will be located in the Innovation […]
Innovation Report 2024
The Algeciras Port Authority presents the sixth edition of its Innovation Report, a comprehensive overview of the key milestones in innovation and digital transformation led by the APBA and its Ecosystem. As in previous years, this publication highlights the projects and initiatives carried out, as well as the valuable collaborations with external experts, public and […]
Innovation Report 2023
The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2023. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]
Innovation Report 2022
The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2022. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]
Innovation Report 2021
The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2021. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]
Innovation Report 2020
The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation and digital transformation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during 2020. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, […]
Innovation Report 2019
The Innovation Report summarizes the main actions and achievements related to the innovation activity driven by the Algeciras Port Authority and its innovation ecosystem during the year 2019. This Report includes, on the one hand, all the projects and initiatives carried out by multiple stakeholders from its innovation ecosystem and, on the other hand, it […]
II Award «Innovation Journey» to the best innovative idea
Summary Purpose of the award After the success of the first call, the APBA, called the second edition of the ideas contest of the Innovation Journey, with the aim of continuing to promote, encourage and incentivise innovative activity in the Port of Algeciras Bay (hereinafter, PBA). Unlike the first edition, in this call the APBA […]
II Premio Algeciras BrainPort a los mejores Trabajos de Fin de Grado y Máster (TFG/TFM)
Presentación de los trabajos Los candidatos a los premios deberán presentar los siguientes documentos: Resumen ejecutivo: síntesis de las principales características del trabajo realizado dónde deberá aparecer título, objetivos, problemática u oportunidad (justificación), alcance de la solución, foco de innovación donde se encuadra el trabajo, metodología, resultados, impacto y principales conclusiones. Se deberá presentar en castellano o en […]
I Award “Algeciras BrainPort” to the best Master’s Degree Final Project
Summary Purpose of the Contest The Innovation Awards “Algeciras BrainPort” to the best Master’s Thesis (TFM), sponsored by the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras (hereinafter, APBA) and the Technological Campus Foundation of Algeciras (hereinafter, FCTA), aim to recognize the talent and contribution to the port of innovative initiatives, carried out by university students […]
I Award “Innovation Journey” to the best innovative idea
Summary Purpose of the award The APBA has been working for some time on what it calls the “Innovation Journey“, an initiative that aims to promote an innovative culture and create an innovative environment where its workers and collaborators can carry out innovative initiatives and ideas for the benefit of the competitiveness of the Port […]
