MEDinCHAMBERS Launches in Rome to Strengthen Mediterranean Alliance, Governance, and Sustainability in the Textile Sector

The MEDinCHAMBERS project launches in Rome on 14–15 January to build a Mediterranean alliance of Chambers of Commerce and key stakeholders, supporting Textile, Clothing, Leather & Footwear (TCLF) companies in circular, energy-efficient practices, fostering Living Labs, and promoting cross-border collaboration and sustainable growth.

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09/01/2026
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The Interreg NEXT MED project MEDinCHAMBERS will be officially launched in Rome with a two-day Kick-Off Meeting on Wednesday 14 and Thursday 15 January 2026. The event will be hosted by CUEIM, Lead Partner of the project, at Unioncamere, in Sabbatini Room, Piazza Sallustio 21. 

MEDinCHAMBERS is a governance-focused initiative supporting the green and sustainable transition of the Textile, Clothing, Leather and Footwear (TCLF) sector across the Mediterranean. The project encourages a collaborative, multi-stakeholder, quadruple-helix approach, actively engaging public institutions, universities and research centres, chambers of commerce, businesses, and civil society organisations. Its aim is to strengthen dialogue, cooperation, and innovation to foster more sustainable and resilient business models within the Mediterranean TCLF ecosystem by building an alliance among the multiple actors involved. With a partnership of seven organizations and Chambers of Commerce from Italy, Greece, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey and Egypt, the project is fully committed to promoting sustainable, innovative, and resilient business models in the Mediterranean TCLF sector.

The Kick-Off Meeting will bring together representatives from European and Mediterranean institutions, public and private stakeholders, business associations, academic experts, and practitioners.

  • Day 1 will focus on the official presentation of the project, its objectives, activities, and expected results, as well as an overview of the Interreg NEXT MED Programme framework, including eligibility rules, financial management, procurement, auditing, and communication procedures. Sessions will also explore synergies with other EU-funded projects and feature thematic workshops addressing ESG, governance, policy, and innovation challenges in the TCLF sector.

  • Day 2 will be dedicated to operational and coordination activities, including the Steering Committee meeting and detailed presentations of work packages, expected outputs, reporting procedures, and digital tools supporting project management. These sessions aim to ensure effective coordination and a shared understanding among all project partners.

For more information about the event, find here the official agenda.

Useful contacts: Valentina Oliviero – v.oliviero@cueim.it.

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