The SKILLS Cross-Border Permanent Table (CBPT) Meeting will take place on 29 April 2026 (10:00โ13:00 CET) at the Blue Economy Training Centre (BETC) in Kotor, Montenegro.
Organised within the SKILLS project, led by the Institute of Marine Biology, University of Montenegro, this event marks an important step in strengthening skills development, innovation, and cross-border cooperation in the South Adriatic blue economy.
๐ Why attend?
This is a unique opportunity to engage with key stakeholders from across the region and take part in the launch of several major SKILLS initiatives:
๐ Launch of the Blue Economy Training Centre (BETC) โ a new regional hub for training and capacity building
๐ Announcement of the Innovative Learning Model (ILM) โ First-Level Master (EQF7) in Bari
๐ Launch of the SKILLS Higher Education Learning Module (HELM) in Kotor
๐ป Presentation of the Blue Economy Digital Platform
๐ค Engagement in AdriBioPro2026 Conference and High-Level Panel
๐๏ธ Programme Highlights
The meeting will include presentations, official launches, and discussions led by key project partners and experts, covering:
BETC development and training programmes
ILM academic framework and enrolment pathways
HELM course structure and implementation
Digital platform demonstration and onboarding
Opportunities for participation in AdriBioPro2026
๐ View the full agenda: LINK
๐ Participation
Participation is open to relevant stakeholders, including representatives of:
Academia and training institutions
Public authorities and policy-makers
Businesses and SMEs in the blue economy
NGOs and innovation actors
โ ๏ธ Important: Participation is possible only upon prior registration.
๐ Register here: GOOGLE FORM LINK
๐ฝ๏ธ Networking
Following the meeting, participants are invited to a buffet lunch and networking session, offering an excellent opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and explore future collaborations.
Donโt miss the chance to be part of this important regional dialogue shaping the future of the South Adriatic blue economy.