The aim of the project is to evaluate, define and agree upon a common development strategy for improving competitiveness of the MED maritime system, developing the connections between the main regional ports and the Trans-European Network of Transport (TEN-T). The direct target groups include ministries, regional administrations, municipal institutions, port authorities, which will cooperate in the implementation of the priority scenarios identified for improving the transport and logistics of the MED area.

The main activities of the project aim to:

• Foster dialogue and cooperation for the definition of a common Med policy involving transport network planning, infrastructure investments, and spatial development.
• Analysis of Mediterranean Positioning in the Global Maritime Market, with specific attention to the Legal and Financial Frameworks.
• Identify and set in motion the actions necessary to improve port competitiveness.
• Identify financing sources for the realisation of these strategic infrastructure.
• define a Road Map for the realization of the selected priority development scenarios.
• Develop an institutional framework for future cooperation on transnational and interregional policy issues, including the definition of roles and responsibilities for the development of an efficient and competitive Med maritime system.
• Disseminate and capitalize the results achieved in order to ensure the sustainability and the transferability of the project.