EmpowerNEET Project- Call for Tenders: Audiovisual Production and Digital Content Development in SSE Training

The EmpoweerNEET MED project is seeking a specialized service provider in audiovisual production and e-learning development to transform an existing Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) training package into digital learning content. The assignment includes the production of training videos, interactive materials, and integration into a Moodle platform. Deadline for applications: 4 May 2026.

EmpoweerNEET MED: Upskilling NEETs through Social and Solidarity Economy

CReSInMed launches auditor selection call in Tunisia

CReSInMed launches a call for the selection of an external auditor for the Tunisian Ministry of Tourism. Deadline: 11 May 2026.

Competitiveness and Internationalisation of Rural Tourism SMEs in the Mediterranean

ReTour highlights the need for a stronger action to accelerate sustainability in tourism in the European Conference on Sustainable Tourism

During the European Conference on Sustainable Tourism, a short presentation on the Retour Project was delivered, outlining its vision to empower SMEs in the Mediterranean tourism sector to become more resilient to crises, seasonality, climate change, and geopolitical developments by enhancing innovation, cross-border cooperation, and skills development.

Building Resilient SMEs in the Tourism Industry

ReTour engages with the Jordan Hotels Association to support digital transformation in the hospitality sector

Representatives of the ReTour Project from JUSR and Specto met with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Jordan Hotels Association. The meeting focused on identifying opportunities to enhance the digital readiness and competitiveness of hotels, particularly MSMEs, in Jordan. The engagement also emphasized improving customer experience, service quality, and online presence as critical factors for sector growth.

Building Resilient SMEs in the Tourism Industry

ReTour advances Innovation Hub development to support tourism MSMEs in Jordan

Project managers of the ReTour project met with the leadership of the Amman Chamber of Commerce and discussed the road map to implement the project in Jordan. The meeting focused on supporting tourism MSMEs across the Mediterranean to become more resilient. The team introduced the research study, which examines risk factors, digital maturity, and resilience needs.

Building Resilient SMEs in the Tourism Industry

ReTour launches its first focus group in Greece: Listening to the Voice of Mediterranean Tourism

Tourism professionals, hoteliers, business associations and local development bodies met at the National Technical University of Athens on 26 March 2026 in the ReTour first Focus Group to share their experiences and shape the future of a resilient tourism sector.

Building Resilient SMEs in the Tourism Industry

ReTour engages with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in Jordan to advance digital transformation in tourism

Representatives of the ReTour Project from the Jordan University of Science and Technology and Specto met with Yazan Al-Khadiri, the Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism to discuss strategic priorities for enhancing the resilience and competitiveness of tourism MSMEs in Jordan. The meeting emphasized the role of data-driven approaches and artificial intelligence in strengthening the sector. The importance of capacity building and targeted training programs was also highlighted as a key enabler for sustainable growth.

Building Resilient SMEs in the Tourism Industry

Waste2Fashion releases its official project video: transforming textile waste into sustainable fashion in the Mediterranean

The Waste2Fashion project proudly unveils its official video, presenting its approach to reducing textile waste and promoting circular economy solutions across the Mediterranean region.

Developing a pilot circular system for post-consumer textile waste in the Mediterranean

ARLEM launches its awards for young local entrepreneurship in the Mediterranean

Deadline to apply: 15th May 2026