AEBALL and UPC Partner to Bridge University Talent and Industry in Baix Llobregat

A new strategic agreement focuses on innovation, industrial doctorates, and specialized training for the local business sector.

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The business association AEBALL and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) established a new partnership this Friday to align academic talent with the industrial needs of Baix Llobregat.

The agreement focuses on three main areas: direct connection between students and companies, boosting R&D through joint projects, and developing continuous professional training. This includes internships, industrial doctorates, and access to university scientific infrastructure for local firms.
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"The UPC is an essential strategic partner for the industrial future of our territory."

Santiago Ballesté · President of AEBALL
Presented during the Llobregat Business Forum with Rector Francesc Torres, the alliance also integrates the university into AeroS, the regional aerospace ecosystem, to foster high-value employment and technological growth in the southern metropolitan area.