LCAMP joins forces with Québec and Italian stakeholders
On 22 January 2026, AFIL, together with MADE – Competence Centre Industry 4.0, took part in a workshop held in Milan and organised by AFIL for the Délégation du Québec en Italie, with the participation of Horizon Europe and International Coordinators for Québec’s Industrial Research Sectoral Clusters (RSRI). The initiative was part of a mission aimed at strengthening […]
Advancing Slovenia’s Industrial Future: Regional Stakeholders Event in Maribor
The 2nd Industry 4.0 stakeholder meeting highlighted the LCAMP project’s role in strengthening advanced manufacturing and developing the talent needed for a sustainable, digital future. On March 6, 2026, the TŠC Maribor campus hosted a regional business-to-academia event bringing together key stakeholders from industry and education. The event focused on integrating Industry 4.0 principles into […]
Basque and Swedish VET Students Collaborate in Creative 3D Design Challenge
Students from the Basque Country and Sweden recently joined forces in an international skills project that combined digital design, creativity and intercultural collaboration. Hosted in Finspång, Sweden, the activity brought together students for a three-day challenge to design and manufacture artistic miniature cannons using advanced digital tools. Working in international teams, students used Siemens NX […]
LCAMP Fosters Collaboration Across Basque VET Centres
On 11 March, LCAMP partners came together for an inspiring event at CIFP Armeria Eskola LHII, hosted and opened by Imanol Urreisti, Executive Director of the school. The event brought together educators and practitioners from local VET centres to share experiences, exchange best practices, and explore ways to strengthen collaboration across the Basque Country. Learning […]
Boosting Regional Talent
On 12 March 2026, experts and policymakers came together for the event “TBM Working Group Experts Share Insights: Boosting Talent Through Innovation, Skills and Quality of Life”, organised under the Talent Booster Mechanism (TBM) by the European Commission Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO). The session marked the conclusion of two and a […]
New EU Recommendation on Human Capital Reinforces the Importance of Skills for Advanced Manufacturing
On 9 March 2026, the Council of the European Union adopted the Council Recommendation on Human Capital, a policy initiative encouraging Member States to strengthen investment in skills, education and lifelong learning. The recommendation responds to growing labour and skills shortages across Europe, particularly in sectors essential to economic competitiveness and the green and digital […]
Empowering people in times of change: Skills and Human Capital at the heart of the EU Social Forum 2026
The European Employment and Social Rights Forum 2026 (EU Social Forum) brought together policymakers, social partners, businesses, academics and civil society to discuss how Europe can strengthen its social model while adapting to rapid technological change, global competition and evolving labour markets. Held in Brussels and with hybrid participation from across Europe, the event — […]
Advancing Vocational Excellence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Basque Country and Europe
On 2 March 2026, the European Commission hosted the third consultation webinar in shaping the future EU Strategy for Vocational Education and Training (VET) 2026–2030. Entitled “Excellence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in VET”, the session brought together policymakers, VET providers, social partners, regional authorities, and experts across Europe to reflect on scaling vocational excellence and strengthening […]
Registrations Now Open for LCAMP Week & Open Days 2026 in Vitoria-Gasteiz
Registrations are now open for the International LCAMP Week & Open Days 2026, which will take place from 21 to 23 April 2026 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Basque Country. This international event will bring together VET teachers, VET centre managers, students, and advanced manufacturing professionals to explore the practical implementation of Learning Factories and Industry 4.0 technologies […]
LCAMP Partners Launch 2026 with Transnational Project Meeting in Mechelen, Belgium
The LCAMP partners kicked off the new year with a Meeting on January 27, 2026, hosted at Crescendo CVO in Mechelen, Belgium. Bringing together partners from across Europe, the meeting marked an important milestone as LCAMP enters its final phase while actively preparing for long-term sustainability beyond the project’s lifetime. The meeting took place back-to-back […]