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Yemen SPEEDUP unveils its SME support approach at the Local Green Ports Hub Meeting in Aqaba
SPEEDUP Project participated in the first Local Green Ports Hub (LGPH) Meeting organized within the GREENMEDPORT Project on 10 May 2026 at Aqaba, Jordan, with the participation of 56 experts, researchers, public institutions, and representatives of EU-funded initiatives working on sustainability and innovation in the Mediterranean region.
Representing Al-Balqa Applied University, Prof. Rebhi Damseh delivered a presentation entitled “Synergy Actions with the SPEEDUP Project: Integration, Knowledge Exchange, and Added Value,” highlighting the project’s role in supporting startups and innovative SMEs through a network of local innovation hubs across the Mediterranean.
During the session, the SPEEDUP Project showcased its contribution to:
- fostering entrepreneurship
- strengthening innovation ecosystems
- promoting cross-border collaboration
- supporting sustainable economic growth
The presentation also emphasized the importance of creating synergies between INTERREG NEXT MED projects to maximize impact and encourage knowledge exchange between universities, industry, local authorities, and business support organizations.
The meeting provided an important opportunity to present the objectives of the SPEEDUP Project and explore collaboration pathways with projects such as GREENMEDPORT and RESt4GREEN, particularly in areas related to green innovation, sustainability, and community-driven development.
The event concluded with an interactive discussion session focused on future cooperation opportunities and the role of Mediterranean partnerships in advancing sustainable and resilient development.
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Jordan
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