1. Athens, Conference Hall, Ministry of Infrastructure, Transport and Networks, 5&6 November 2015 Capitalization of MED projects’ outcomes: recommendations for integrating project outcomes into policy frameworks Papoutsis Konstantinos, Gagatsi Eliza, Aifadopoulou Georgia, Tzenos Panagiotis Centre for Research &Technology Hellas Hellenic Institute of Transport CERTH/HIT

2. 2 TITLE OF THE SLIDEIntroduction and Scope Main outputs and recommendations of MED projects (Backgrounds, TRANSit,SECUR MED PLUS,LOSAMEDCHEM,PORTA,TERCOMMED) Key outcomes of the OptimizeMED project Recommendations that support the integration of the project outcomes into policy frameworks 1 2 3 to investigate the contribution of the main outcomes produced by the projects of the MED Programme on the European policy for the Mediterranean region. Objective: Approach:

3. 3 TITLE OF THE SLIDEOptimizeMED capitalization project Objective: to share the results of seven MED projects European projects in order to integrate new strategic initiatives on the current policy frameworks, through the multi-systemic realization of a based on the tools, good practices and pilot actions. E-platform Capitalization strategy

4. 4 TITLE OF THE SLIDE The Mediterranean Sea as a maritime transport network: problems and needs – Evolution 15 % of the global shipping activity by number of calls 10 % by vessel deadweight tonnes (DWT) More than 480 ports and terminals with recorded ship movements Approximately 30% of the world’s container traffic passes through the Med area

5. 5 TITLE OF THE SLIDENorth Europe VS Mediterranean ports Mediterranean North Europe -Hinterland accessibility -Limited percentage of the incoming flows in Europe -Operational, managerial and institutional constraints -> inability to provide competitive alternatives -In 2014 4,3m. TEUS attracted of the Asia-Europe axis -More successful in penetrating inland markets -In 2014 9.1 m TEUs attracted of the Asia-Europe axis

6. 6 TITLE OF THE SLIDEProgramme MED 2014 Sustainable growth in MED: innovative concepts & practices reasonable use of resources social integration knowledge transfer, capacity building & experiences exchange

7. 7 TITLE OF THE SLIDE Legislation & Regulation Cooperation Infrastructure ICT Training New Operational Models Policy Recommendatio ns Harmonization of Policy Recommendations Improving the supply chain by using innovative IT tools Increasing economic & port activities state and prospective knowledge Optimizing maritime risk prevention & safety tools 1 2 3 Infrastructure: Sea Accessibility City-Port Connectivity Port Accessibility Safe handling and Transport ICT: Traffic and freight congestion at ports Clearance procedures E-maritime transport E-observatories Information provision to users Training: Increase SMEs competitiveness: education, training and information on the market Legislation and Regulation: Standardization of intermodal transport continuous harmonization of regulations freight-oriented rail network bureaucracy elimination a roadmap towards the ICT standardization The local adaption Common Transport Policy New Operational Models: Take advantage of the Green Corridors New Maritime intermodal based solutions Improve the railway exploitation & services New business models Expedite the clearance operations for regular shipping service Cooperation: Cooperation schemes among local producers/exporters Collaboration links between MED regions Share Information and tools Data exchange between beneficiaries Network of the existing coastal Observatories

8. 8 TITLE OF THE SLIDEConclusions based on the recommendations (1) Sound financing framework and economic analysis Adequate transport links with hinterland area The European transport networks to be smoothly integrated A clear governance framework enabling the allocation of roles and responsibilities Continuous financing through tailored mechanisms Concrete mechanisms for maintenance and enhancement with additional data Secure and trusted communications in data sharing A sounder framework of entrepreneurship & innovation The MED area as an innovation pole of interconnected maritime networks

9. 9 TITLE OF THE SLIDEConclusions Perform detailed and thorough ex-ante analysis Build on existing experience Determine the cooperation framework a-priority Shape innovative clusters Establish cooperative business models for capacity building Utilize available technological innovation (ICT systems…) Conclusions based on the recommendations (2)

10. Athens, Conference Hall, Ministry of Infrastructure, Transport and Networks, 5&6 November 2015 Thank you!