Multiplier Event in Italy
30/01/2025
On the 30th of January, 2025, the University of Pisa held a multiplier event in Pisa, Italy. The focus of this event was on the application of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) for the new profile of marble industry managers. During the event, participants were introduced to the draft EQF and its potential to standardize and improve the skills and qualifications within the marble sector. The session also covered the progress of the project’s key results, including the finalization of the e-Guideline and the MOOC. Industry professionals discussed the importance of continuous training and the role of innovative technologies in enhancing productivity and sustainability in the sector. This event was a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange and collaboration among key stakeholders in the marble industry.
Multiplier Event in Türkiye
29/01/2025
The Multiplier Event in Türkiye was hosted by Boğaziçi University on the 29th of January, 2025, bringing together industry professionals, academics, and stakeholders. Dr. Tamer Atabarut opened the event, introducing the project’s objectives and partner contributions. Atilla Başlar elaborated on the project’s phases and key deliverables, including the Decalogue and EQF framework, highlighting their role in strengthening the marble sector. Eda Duman demonstrated the project’s website and training platform, showcasing the MOOCs, curriculum, and digital learning resources. Participants praised the project’s relevance, particularly its focus on integrating technology into the marble industry, such as AI applications in mining and processing. They appreciated the structured content of the Decalogue and EQF and found the MOOC platform user-friendly.
Multiplier Event in Spain
27/01/2025
The MarbleTech Project Multiplier Event in Spain took place on the 27th of January 2025, organized by the Centro Tecnológico del Mármol, Piedra y Materiales in collaboration with Rosal Stones. The event highlighted the final results of the MarbleTech project, showcasing its objectives, outcomes, and website, as all project results had been completed by this time.
In addition to the main presentations, the event featured a series of technological success stories related to the MarbleTech project. Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions, clarify any doubts, and provide valuable feedback on the project’s results.
Multiplier Event in Bulgaria
23/01/2025
On the 23rd of January, 2025, ITTI hosted the MarbleTech Dissemination Event in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, bringing together industry representatives, educators, and stakeholders. The event began with an introduction to ITTI, followed by a detailed presentation of the project’s objectives and key results. Participants were guided through the MarbleTech online training course (MOOC), highlighting its structure, learning materials, and accessibility.
Further sessions covered the Book of Lectures and the Decalogue, emphasizing their relevance in industry training and best practices. Engaging discussions allowed attendees to provide feedback and exchange insights. The event concluded with a summary of key takeaways, reinforcing the impact of the project on advancing skills and knowledge in the marble sector.
Multiplier Event in Italy
22/01/2025
On the 22nd of January, 2025, the University of Pisa (UNIPI) held a multiplier event in Florence, Italy, focused on the theme “Tecnologie, Innovazione e Formazione per il Settore Lapideo” (Technologies, Innovation, and Training for the Marble Sector). This event brought together industry experts, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss the role of innovative technologies in the marble sector. Key topics included advancements in marble processing and the integration of digital tools in production management.
The event also highlighted the results of the MarbleTech project, particularly the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) designed to enhance the skills of current and future marble industry managers. Participants engaged in discussions about how education and innovation can drive the sustainable development of the marble sector.
Multiplier Event in Greece
19/01/2025
On the 19th of January, 2025, CRETHIDEV, in collaboration with the Municipality of Penteli, organized a MarbleTech Multiplier Event to introduce stakeholders to the project’s outcomes and demonstrate their practical applications. The event gathered 55 participants from various sectors, including marble producers, manufacturers, designers, policymakers, and educators.
The event featured presentations on the project’s objectives, the Decalogue, the EQF framework, and the MarbleTech training program (MOOC). Attendees explored the online platform and discussed how to integrate its resources into their professional activities. Feedback was highly positive, with participants praising the MOOC’s structured content, clear instruction, and practical value in enhancing skills within the marble industry.
6th Transnational Project Meeting in Istanbul, Türkiye
16-17/01/2025
On January 16th and 17th, 2025, the MarbleTECH project partners met in Istanbul, Türkiye, for the 6th and final Transnational Project Meeting.
The meeting focused on finalizing key deliverables, and partners also reviewed the final stages of the Innovative Marble Business Idea Competition. During the meeting, the top three candidates presented their business ideas, and after a thorough review, the winning idea was selected.
This final meeting ensured that all results would be completed to the highest standard by the end of the project.
Multiplier Event in Portugal
13/01/2025
The second Portuguese multiplier event of the European project MarbleTech took place on the 13th of January 2025, at the premises of ESMAD, a design school for Ornamental Stones, in Vila do Conde (North of Portugal). 31 participants from local stone industries and VET students and trainers related to the area attended the event. Representatives of chambers of commerce and industry associations also attended the event.
During this event, Virtual Campus provided an overview of the MarbleTech consortium, its context, objectives, and results. The primary objective of the MarbleTech project is to develop a framework aimed at training more qualified professionals for the European marble and natural stone industry.
One of the key highlights of the event was the presentation of the project’s MOOC. But the other results were also presented to the participants, like the EQF profile (R2), the Book of Lectures (R5) and the Decalogue (R6).
5th Transnational Project Meeting in Murcia (spain)
06/06/2024
On the 6th of June, the partners of the European project Marbletech gathered for the fifth transnational meeting in Murcia, Spain.
This meeting was a crucial moment to align strategies, share ideas, and discuss the progress of the project’s results.
In particular, the launch of Result 3, the MOOC: “Manager for an Efficient and Innovative Marble Industry”. A free and open access online course that will empower current and aspiring marble industry managers with the knowledge and skills they need to excel.
Multiplier Event in Portugal
24/05/2024
The Portuguese multiplier event of the European project MarbleTech took place on the 24th of May at the premises of CECHAP – Centro de Estudos in Vila Viçosa.
During this event, Virtual Campus provided an overview of the MarbleTech consortium, its context, objectives, and results. The primary objective of the MarbleTech project is to develop a framework aimed at training more qualified professionals for the European marble and natural stone industry.
One of the key highlights of the event was the introduction of the project’s first result: the e-Guideline. This document offers a comprehensive description of the marble industry and connected industries, across the six countries participating in the project: Portugal, Italy, Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, and Turkey.
The President of CECHAP’s Board, Carlos Filipe, also spoke about CECHAP’s ongoing projects and the association’s activities related to the marble industry in the Alentejo region, specifically on the Estremoz-Borba-Vila Viçosa Cluster. This area is renowned for its rich marble deposits and plays a significant role in the local and national economy.
4th Transnational Project Meeting in Porto (Portugal)
30/11/2023
On the 30th of November, the partners of the MarbleTECH project convened in Porto, Portugal, for the fourth transnational project meeting.
This meeting served as a crucial checkpoint to review progress, address project management concerns, and ensure alignment on the ongoing implementation of key results. Partners discussed the finalization of Result 1 validation workshops. Agreement was reached on the EQF levels for Result 2, as well as on the structure and methodology for Result 3 – the MOOC on Marble Industry Management.
Additionally, discussions focused on the Business Idea Competition under Result 4, the transition of the VCC to LinkedIn for wider engagement, and strategies for dissemination. The consortium also reviewed the interim project timeline, ensuring that all efforts remain on track toward the project’s successful completion.
3rd Transnational Project Meeting in Athens (Greece)
12/06/2023
On the 12th of June, the partners of the MarbleTECH project gathered in Athens, Greece, for the third transnational project meeting.
This meeting was a pivotal moment to assess project progress, address delays, and accelerate the implementation of key activities. The structure and content of the upcoming MOOC were also defined, ensuring a comprehensive and practical training resource for the industry.
Further topics included the development of the VCC Platform, dissemination strategies, and the upcoming interim report. Partners aligned on engagement efforts to expand the project’s reach and set the groundwork for the next steps, with a focus on ensuring high-quality outputs and effective communication.
Welcome to the Virtual Challenge Community (VCC)
09/05/2023
This community was set up as part of the Erasmus+ MarbleTech project (New educational approach of innovative technologies and eco-advances in the marble industry). This community will serve as platform for the future Innovative Marble Business Idea Competition.
Around 800 persons will be reached and invited to participate in the VCC, from training and research centers working in marble quarrying and processing, universities, managers and potential ones from marble and connected industries and students getting prepared in the field.
The VCC could be joined remotely, overcoming the COVID barriers: members could take part in the “Innovative marble business idea competition” via the VCC platform, where the innovative ideas will be presented, and the 3 best projects will be selected. The selected teams will be invited to take part in the C1 learning activity, during which they can deal with companies and access laboratories to improve and finalize the ideas.
The ideas will be presented during a multiplier event. The 3 most interesting ideas will be selected and during the event the voting will be opened, the best idea will be selected, and a crowdfunding campaign will be launched to support it.
The Community will be active during all the phases of the project and also after its end, to facilitate effective involvement of relevant target groups and stakeholders during the project and exploitation of results at its end.
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2nd Transnational Project Meeting in Plovdiv (Bulgaria)
27/10/2022
On the 27th of October, the partners of the project gathered in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, for the second transnational project meeting.
This meeting was a key opportunity to assess the project’s progress, refine the implementation of key results, and ensure alignment on management, dissemination, and quality activities.
A major focus was on the development of Result 1, the e-Guideline for stakeholders in the marble sector. Partners discussed its structure, research phases, and validation process to ensure its effectiveness. Additionally, the project website and platform were reviewed, along with plans for dissemination and upcoming milestones.
Kick-off Meeting in Pisa (Italy)
31/05/2022
On the 31st of May 2022, the partners gathered to officially launch the MarbleTECH project and establish a common understanding of its objectives.
This initial meeting was essential for aligning strategies, clarifying administrative and financial aspects, and defining the project’s working packages. Key discussions included structuring the educational path, selecting an online platform for training materials, and addressing logistical and financial management. The partners also explored opportunities for research publication and established a framework for quality assurance and project evaluation.