This workshop on Ports and Climate Change Adaptation is organised by Pillar 1 of the EU Atlantic Strategy. Marta Pacual (Spanish National Hub for the WestMED and the Atlantic) has a leading role in organizing this event – and is supported by Leonardo Manzari (WestMED Italy and coordinator of WestMED’s technical Group on Green Shipping) and Frederico Ferreira (Portuguese National Hub for the WestMED and the Atlantic).

The event will be hosted by the Port of Vigo

This in-person event will showcase the work carried out under the Atlantic Action Plan, with a particular focus on Pillar I: Ports as Gateways and Hubs for the Blue Economy.
(Click here to download the pillar 1 infographic  – read see more about this pillar below )

Led by Mr. Carlos Botana, President of the Port Authority of Vigo, Pillar I has made significant progress in defining the role of ports in the energy transition. The initiative has explored potential energy sources and developed prototypes to guide ports through this transformation.

The Port of Vigo has also advanced protocols for climate change adaptation and is ready to share its insights, fostering a collaborative discussion among EU ports on how to better prepare for climate-related challenges.

We invite stakeholders, experts, and port authorities to join us for this important dialogue. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage, learn, and network with peers across the EU.

Date: 29th October 2025 | 09:00 – 14:00 CET (in-person only)
Location: Vigo, Spain
Followed by: Informal cocktail/lunch
Registration deadline: 22nd October, 17:00 CET

About Pillar 1 of the Atlantic Action Plan – focused on Ports

This pillar recognizes the strategic role of ports in driving the blue economy and regional development. It promotes:

1. Modernization and diversification of port activities beyond traditional shipping, including renewable energy, aquaculture, and tourism.
2. Sustainable infrastructure upgrades to reduce environmental impact and improve climate resilience.
3. Digitalization and smart port technologies to enhance efficiency, safety, and connectivity.
4. Integration with hinterland logistics to improve multimodal transport and reduce bottlenecks.
5. Cross-border cooperation among Atlantic ports to share best practices and foster innovation.

The goal is to position Atlantic ports as innovation hubs that support clean energy transitions, circular economy models, and inclusive growth across coastal regions

For more information, visit the website from the Atlantic Action Plan  (WestMED’s colleagues for the Atlantic)