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BLUE PORTS | D2.1 BLUE PORTS Baseline Report 15GEORGIA%u2022 Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA) %u2013 www.gipa.ge The Georgian Institute of Public Affairs (GIPA) administers four schools and offers Bachelor%u2019s, Master%u2019s, vocational education programs, training courses and consultations in the environmental protection field as well. The modules of the vocational program are implemented by professional teachers who are highly qualified specialists in their respective fields. Graduates of the Occupational Safety and Environmental Protection Technologies program have the qualifications to work in the following fields: construction, power supply, water supply, oil and gas, logistics, heavy industry, mining, ports, communications, tourism and etc. While the GIPA may not have prior experience in delivering or operating within the realms of blue economy and BLUE PORTS training, its extensive educational background positions the organizationas more than capable of conducting thorough sessions in these domains. Drawing upon its rich history and commitment to excellence, GIPA stands ready to leverage its educational expertise to venture into the blue economy domain, ensuring the successful delivery of training sessions and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in this specialized field.%u2022 Batumi State Maritime Academy (BSMA) %u2013 www.bsma.edu.geBatumi State Maritime Academy (BSMA) is the sole state-owned Maritime Higher Education Institution (HEI) in Georgia, tracing its origins back to 1929. It aims to become a leading educational center in the Black and Caspian Sea region for maritime and related disciplines. BSMA operates three faculties, a Vocational Training Centre, and a Seafarers Training and Certification Centre. All programs and courses adhere to Georgian legislation, STCW convention requirements, and follow International Maritime Organization (IMO) recommended Model courses. As a member of the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) and Black Sea Maritime Institutions (BSAMI), BSMA has been actively involved in Erasmus+ projects and other EU initiatives. It is noteworthy to highlight the Academy`s approach, which integrates maritime sustainability principles, making it particularly relevant for the BLUE PORTS project. Their commitment to environmentally conscious practices and resource-efficient strategies aligns perfectly with the objectives of promoting a sustainable blue economy.%u2022 Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University %u2013 https://bsu.edu.geBatumi Shota Rustaveli State University (BSU) is an educational, scientific and cultural center with an 85-year-long history. Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University comprises 7 faculties: economics and business, humanities, exact science and education, law and social sciences, natural sciences and health care, technologies, and tourism. Utilizing its extensive historical background and dedication to outstanding performance, BSU is prepared to harness its educational proficiency to enter the realm of the blue economy. While the university may not have prior experience in delivering courses related to the blue economy topics,