Best practicesCreated on: 2 April 2026

Algeciras (Spain): A new centre for port research and innovation

Goal 5.4

Promoting interactions and projects between schools, training institutes and the professional world.

Goal 5.5

Creating collaborative spaces for experimentation: technology halls, co-working spaces, Learning Centers, Port Centers etc., to encourage interaction and stimulate new projects.

Challenge(s)

How can the port foster innovation through partnerships?

Best Practice

Transforming previously abandoned areas into innovative places has significant symbolic value for the Port City. Additionally, transitional spaces between the city and the port can be utilised as locations for creative districts and innovation hubs. In today’s world, where being responsive, forward-thinking, and flexible is increasingly necessary, such areas can be highly beneficial. Moreover, cooperation with educational institutions and collaboration with other stakeholders can increase these benefits even more. These benefits can be seen in Algeciras, where part of the port areas are being transformed together with the local university.

This good practice also includes objective 5.5 (Creating collaborative spaces for experimentation, e.g. technology halls, coworking spaces, Learning Centers, Port Centers, etc. to encourage interaction and stimulate new projects) of the AIVP’s 2030 Agenda.

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