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November 17, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

Discover PIONEERS’ upcoming events #PIONEERSontheRoad

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Discover PIONEERS' upcoming events #PIONEERSontheRoad [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Schone Lucht Akkoord (Clean Air Agreement) 🗓️ 12 December 2023 |📍Utrecht, The Netherlands   The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Waterways, as part of the programme Schone Lucht Akkoord (Clean Air Agreement), is organising a meeting on the topic of emission-free inland ports. Peter van Wijlick from the Municipality of Venlo will be presenting Venlo's port Green Port Master Plan (GMPM) approach, in the framework of the work developed in PIONEERS.   Transport Research Arena 2024 🗓️ 15-18 April 2024 |📍 Dublin, Ireland   Transport Research Arena (TRA) is the foremost European transport event that covers all transport modes and all aspects of mobility. More information will follow soon. Discover more about the conference here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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November 17, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at AIVP Conference 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at AIVP Conference 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]PIONEERS was represented in Venice, Italy, from November 16th to 18th, 2023, for the AIVP Conference. Themed "Linking Ports and Citizens: A shared vision for the Future", the event was organised by AIVP in collaboration with the North Adriatic Sea Port Authority of Venice.   The conference offered a rich program featuring engaging sessions that explore various topics, including citizen engagement in the implementation of solutions for the energy transition, climate change and resilient port cities. The balance between tourism and the blue economy with local priorities, and how port-city interface projects can connect citizens with their port, will be other relevant topics of discussion. PIONEERS and its sister project MAGPIE had a joint stand at the event. It was an incredible opportunity to share with participants how EU-funded initiatives are actively shaping the future of ports. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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November 16, 2023
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PIONEERS Interactive Map is now LIVE!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS Interactive Map is now LIVE! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The PIONEERS project is developing 19 ambitious demonstrators in the fields of clean energy production and supply, sustainable port design, modal shift and flow optimization, and digital transformation.   The interactive map portrays all the demos and aims to demonstrate the applicability and feasibility of green innovative solutions for ports, acting as a lighthouse for EU ports.   Step into the world of innovation, sustainability, and transformative technology as you explore our 19 innovative demonstrations here.   Join #PIONEERSeuports on its journey to Shaping the Green Ports of the Future![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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November 14, 2023
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PIONEERS General Assembly and presence at SCEWC 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS General Assembly and presence at SCEWC 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The PIONEERS General Assembly was held on the 8th and 9th November 2023, hosted by Port de Barcelona. The GA coincided with the Smart City Expo World Congress 2023, an annual event that gathers over 25,000 experts in urban innovation and mobility. Within the umbrella of the Smart City Expo World Congress, a variety of themed events took place, such as the “Smart Ports: Piers of the Future”. Focusing on "Sailing Towards Innovation", the event unites experts in sustainability, innovation, and port tech to shape the port of tomorrow. Eight major participated at the event, including two PIONEERS ports, Antwerp-Bruges and Barcelona. The week started with an interactive session on the joint efforts from the ports of Antwerp-Bruges, Barcelona, Constanta and Venlo in the development of the Green Port Master Plan (GMPM). The session also featured a special guest speaker from PIONEERS sister project MAGPIE,...

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November 10, 2023
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PIONEERS at Concrete Day 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at Concrete Day 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 43rd edition of the Concrete Day took place in Leuven, Belgium, on November 9th, 2023.   Organised by the Belgium Concrete Group (GBB), the program featured several activities such as discussion panels, workshops, demonstrations, a student contest and an exhibition area.   PIONEERS consortium partner Buildwise participated at the event through a dedicated stand where attendees had the opportunity to discover the demo on local resource recovery for green and circular concrete, one of the 19 demos of the PIONEERS project, and actually experiment the sand Zandstock A12.   This demo explores an innovative, alternative and local way to build new quays and terminals in the Canal Dock zone, potentially adaptable to a business model for other building projects. The aim is to replace up to 40% of the original sand in the concrete with local "upcycled sand" , offering numerous benefits, such as reduced environmental impact and local reclamation and...

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November 3, 2023
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by Iryna Moroz

PIONEERS at Smart City Expo World Congress 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at Smart City Expo World Congress 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Smart City Expo World Congress is the world’s largest and most influential event on urban innovation. This year's edition is scheduled to be held in Barcelona, Spain, from November 7th to 9th, 2023.   The conference serves as a platform to connect leaders from the most innovative companies, governments and organizations to drive cities towards a better future.   PIONEERS partners are excited to actively contribute to the event. Join Pieter Vandermeeren, Green Port Master Planner from Port of Antwerp-Bruges, and other industry experts at the panel session "Driving Sustainable and Intelligent Maritime Transport" on November 8th, from 11:30 to 12:15, to discuss about innovative technologies, alternative fuels, and digitalization's role in optimizing efficiency and reducing environmental impact.   We also invite you to visit the project's booth at the Tomorrow Blue Economy plaza, in Hall 2, and explore the 19 PIONEERS demonstrators.   Within the framework of the Smart City...

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October 23, 2023
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PIONEERS October 2023 Newsletter is out!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS October 2023 Newsletter is out! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the sixth newsletter, you will find a snapshot of our past achievements, upcoming activities and PIONEERS' developments.   From international conferences to technical achievements, make sure you don’t miss any future relevant event and outcome of the project by subscribing to our newsletter here!   We look forward to seeing you in person soon at the upcoming events! Happy reading on behalf of the whole PIONEERS team!   Download the PIONEERS Newsletter #6.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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October 20, 2023
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19 PIONEERS Demonstrators Selected for the EU Innovation Radar

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] 19 PIONEERS Demonstrators Selected for the EU Innovation Radar [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The European Commission has analysed and selected all 19 demonstrators from the PIONEERS project into the EU Innovation Radar.   The EU Innovation Radar is a platform strategically designed to assist investors, businesses, and policymakers in identifying and evaluating pioneering projects with the potential to succeed in the market.   This selection and inclusion in the Innovation Radar is a valuable opportunity for PIONEERS to not only raise awareness of these innovations but also to receive support for the upcoming go-to-market phase. The demonstrators will be showcased to a wider audience as “key innovations”, presenting to industry players and citizens the numerous excellent technological and scientific advances being delivered by R&I in Europe.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]JTNDc3R5bGUlM0UlMEEucW9kZWYtcG9ydGZvbGlvLXRpdGxlJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwRElTUExBWSUzQSUyME5PTkUlMjAlMjFpbXBvcnRhbnQlM0IlMEElN0QlMEEuc21hbGwtc2xpZGVyLnFvZGVmLXBvcnRmb2xpby1zaW5nbGUtaG9sZGVyJTIwJTdCJTBBJTIwJTIwJTIwJTIwTUFSR0lOLVRPUCUzQSUyMDEwMFBYJTIwJTIxaW1wb3J0YW50JTNCJTBBJTdEJTBBJTNDJTJGc3R5bGUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

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October 7, 2023
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PIONEERS at the Annual Conference of the Dutch Association of Inland Ports 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at the Annual Conference of the Dutch Association of Inland Ports (NVB) 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Without an active role in inland ports, sustainable goals will not be achieved!   The Dutch Association of Inland Ports (NVB) hosted its Annual Conference in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from October 5th to 6th, 2023. Peter van Wijlick, one of PIONEERS' partners from the Municipality of Venlo, attended the event. Venlo is the only inland port within PIONEERS, so his participation was of great importance to exchange ideas and join discussions on sustainable growth and development within the inland port sector.   On Thursday afternoon, a workshop was held on the challenges posed by low water levels in rivers and canals during dry seasons. The workshop explored topics such as integrated river management and building climate-resilient waterways, vital for sustainable inland port operations. In the evening, the NVB hold its annual dinner, providing an opportunity for participants to engage in informal...

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September 28, 2023
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PIONEERS at MAGPIE Port-City Conference 2023

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] PIONEERS at MAGPIE Port-City Conference 2023 [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]MAGPIE, the sister project of PIONEERS, hosted the MAGPIE Port-City Conference on 27th September 2023, in Le Havre, France. This event was co-organised by HAROPA Port (the first French commercial port), AIVP (International Association of Port Cities), and the 43 other partners from the MAGPIE consortium.   The event focused on the role of local authorities in shaping the future of ports. It served as a platform to showcase MAGPIE's innovations, namely onshore power supply, alternative fuels and digital tools. The afternoon featured dedicated workshops that explored these topics.   During workshop 2, the speakers discussed the benefits of monitoring emissions. Wouter Schmidt (University of Antwerp), a PIONEERS consortium partner, presented the case of the PIONEERS project on impact assessment and evaluation for new innovations in the port environment. Martijn Streng (Erasmus University Rotterdam), a MAGPIE consortium partner, also shared insights on MAGPIE's perspective on the subject.   Remarkable similarities in the...

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This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement 101037564.