Port of Rotterdam Authority collaborates with Erasmus University Rotterdam

A “unique programme for future port executives” has been launched by the Port of Rotterdam Authority and Erasmus University Rotterdam. 

During February, the first group of participants will take part in a week-long Port Executive Leadership Circle. As part of this they will be given the opportunity to update their port-related knowledge on an academic level as well as share knowledge.

The aim of the programmes is to tackle the range of challenges currently faced by port cities worldwide, including the transition from fossil to renewable fuels, process automation and creating employment, transforming old ports into attractive urban areas.

Allard Castelein, CEO Port of Rotterdam Authority, said: “To make ports and port authorities future-proof, new port executives need new qualities. By offering a joint study programme, we can share our knowledge and skills with the port executives of the future and thus ensure that ports have maximum impact on society.”

He added that combining academic insights from Rotterdam School of Management and Erasmus Centre for Urban Port and Transport Economics with the practical knowledge of the port generates special interaction. 

Rutger Engels, Rector Magnificus at Erasmus University Rotterdam, said: “The challenges we are facing in Rotterdam require special, integrated solutions for which we look beyond the borders of our own disciplines. Through regional co-creation, we ensure a Sustainable Rotterdam Delta.”

For more information visit www.portofrotterdam.com

10th February 2020