The SKILLS Cross-Border Permanent Table (CBPT) Meeting will take place on 29 April 2026 (10:00โ€“13:00 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.

๐ŸŒŠ 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:

  • ๐Ÿš€ Launch of the Blue Economy Training Centre (BETC) โ€“ a new regional hub for training and capacity building

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Announcement of the Innovative Learning Model (ILM) โ€“ First-Level Master (EQF7) in Bari

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Launch of the SKILLS Higher Education Learning Module (HELM) in Kotor

  • ๐Ÿ’ป Presentation of the Blue Economy Digital Platform

  • ๐Ÿค Engagement in AdriBioPro2026 Conference and High-Level Panel

๐Ÿ—“๏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

๐Ÿ“„ View the full agenda: LINK


๐Ÿ“ 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

โš ๏ธ Important: Participation is possible only upon prior registration.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register here: GOOGLE FORM LINK

๐Ÿฝ๏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.

Donโ€™t miss the chance to be part of this important regional dialogue shaping the future of the South Adriatic blue economy.