Employment and Training Collaboration in Transport and Logistics
A collaboration agreement has been signed between the commercial sector and the Fetrama, the Alicante Provincial Transport Federation, to advance specialized training in the transport and logistics sector. The agreement outlines the establishment of targeted technical courses designed to elevate the skills of professionals working in transport, enabling them to enhance their training and work readiness at the facilities of the Mercalicante food cluster.
Mercalicante’s general manager participated in the signing, alongside Fetrama’s general secretary. The official emphasized that transportation and logistics hold strategic importance for the food cluster’s operations, and that training thousands of experts in these areas will strengthen competitiveness across the sector.
The agreement envisions the organization of technical conferences for transport and logistics professionals. It also includes favorable conditions and benefits for Fetrama members who use Mercalicante’s parking facilities, delivering added value for partners within the federation.
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Under this partnership, Mercalicante’s job portal will play a central role in facilitating the recruitment of personnel for the transport and logistics industry, a sector that forms a key link in the goods distribution chain. The contract spans two years and may be renewed annually, offering continuity and opportunity for ongoing workforce development.
Mercalicante facilities are referenced as a practical resource for industry partners, with the arrangement designed to support the growth of skilled labor while fostering economic activity in the region.
The federation’s secretary general noted that the road transport sector faces persistent challenges, including rising fuel costs that affect profit margins. The ongoing need to recruit and retain qualified professionals in transportation companies is evident as responsibilities broaden and demands evolve. The newly formed cooperation framework provides meaningful discounts on secure parking use at Mercalicante, benefiting truck operators and their teams as part of a broader strategy to strengthen industry resilience.
Mercalicante is currently 100% publicly owned, underscoring the public investment in regional infrastructure that supports training and employment. The agreement is expected to expand the available training programs for transport professionals, creating a service that benefits not only the federation’s affiliates but also the wider city of Alicante by improving workforce readiness and service quality.