Knowledge sharing to tackle decarbonisation

A new agreement reveals that both ports will foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences on topics such as innovation, standardisation of digital processes and the development of SMART ports.

To the same end, the ports of Shanghai and Barcelona have agreed to share projects for the sustainability and decarbonisation of port activity.

Green initiatives

This cooperation will take shape in various initiatives, including promoting joint training projects in specific subjects, particularly port management, digitalisation, reducing carbon footprint and developing green corridors and security.

Acknowledging that Barcelona and Shanghai are currently the top cruise ports in Europe and Asia respectively, both ports have considerable experience in managing cruise traffic and there is an enormous potential for growth.

With this in mind, the agreement also provides for cooperation and the exchange of knowledge to develop the cruise industry under the highest standards of quality and sustainability.

The agreement was signed during the Barcelona-Shanghai Investment Summit, which was held at the Royal Palace of Pedralbes (Barcelona) to deepen economic and commercial cooperation between both cities.

After signing the agreement, the representatives of the Port of Shanghai travelled to the Port of Barcelona, where they held a working meeting to learn about the logistics and services offered by the Catalan infrastructure.