Major milestone for youth and the blue economy in Tunisia with a certified training program in naval welding – A Tunisian-Italian partnership

The Tunisian Maritime Cluster is proud to celebrate a major milestone for youth and the blue economy in Tunisia!

On May 19, 2025, an official ceremony was held to award certificates to 20 young « naval welders, » the first beneficiaries of the « Building the Future » project — a pioneering and innovative cooperation initiative between Tunisia and Italy.

For the first time in Tunisia, a certified training program in naval welding has been implemented, paving the way for new employment opportunities in a rapidly growing sector: shipbuilding.

This ambitious project is the result of a strategic partnership between Fincantieri, Elis, Orianta, and several public and private stakeholders from both Tunisia and Italy, such as Team Academy – a vocational training center specializing in maritime and environmental fields – and the Tunisian Confederation of Citizen Enterprises (CONECT).

This is a structuring initiative aimed at strengthening local skills, promoting youth employability, and contributing to the sustainable development of the blue economy in Tunisia.

A big congratulations to the 20 dedicated young welders for their determination and inspiring journey!