Join us for the 24-hour Port Transition Challenge on November 15-16! This unique event, designed exclusively for students, offers you the chance to work on real-life problems and develop solutions that could shape the future of the Port of Rotterdam. You will make a social impact, gain hands-on experience, network with industry & policy professionals, and learn from experts while also having lots of fun!

Existing challenges at the Port of Rotterdam are provided by our partners and will be solved by you as student teams. The challenge owners will be present during the event to explain the challenges and give support – it’s up to you to solve it! 

Over the course of 24 hours, you’ll collaborate with fellow students, go through the ideation process, guided by professional facilitators, network with industry &policy leaders, and push your skills to the limit. It’s a fast-paced, intense experience that mirrors the challenges professionals face in weeks or months — but you’ll tackle it all in just one day! 

This challenge is open to all EUR, EMC and TUD students. Whether you’re studying engineering, business, computer science, logistics, or any related field, this is your opportunity to apply your knowledge to a real-world scenario and make meaningful impact.  

• Duration: 24 hours of continuous challenge-solving plus tons of fun activities in between
• Location: Galileistraat 33, 3029 AM Rotterdam 
• Who: EUR, EMC and TUD Students from all backgrounds
• Join us:  Individually (and get assigned to a team) or with a team (max 5 people)
• Challenges:
  • Port of the Future. How can the Port of Rotterdam transition to a circular model despite space limitations? This challenge focuses on involving diverse stakeholders to drive sustainable innovation, particularly addressing environmental concerns and advancing the circular plastic economy.
  • Operational Impact During Port Closures. How do you manage disruptions caused by extreme conditions, such as strong winds? This challenge is about evaluating the effects of port closures and estimating more accurate ship arrival times in the Port of Rotterdam.
• What to Expect:
  • Make progress with team effort: Work in teams to solve complex problems while collaborating.
  • Have societal impact: Address real-life challenges that ports face today, and propose solutions that could be implemented – the challenge owners are there to assess your solutions! 
  • Build your network and expand career possibilities: Network with potential employers, including facilitators and gain hands-on tips from inspirational speakers. 
  • Enjoy fun activities to keep you going: Dance session or silent disco, glow in the dark yoga, midnight fries and much more.
  • Complete experience: A comprehensive package of using your knowledge for real life challenges, networking, fun, and win a bunch of seriously good prizes.