APPLY ADVANCED DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES TO YOUR PROJECT
IN AN IMMERSIVE WEEKEND ON SHORE & ON A SAILBOAT
Practical training + networking at sea to transform your idea into an applicable project
An initiative of A Bordo Lab, the regenerative blue innovation lab that is transforming the ports of the Mediterranean.
4 BOOTCAMPS.
4 TECHNOLOGIES THAT ARE REDEFINING THE FUTURE
Each bootcamp focuses on an emerging technology, explained in a practical, accessible way and applied to real challenges of your project, business, or idea.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MAY 15-16-17, 2026
Elisenda Bonet
You will come out with clear ideas and initial use cases of AI applied to your project, ready to start using it in your daily life.
Specialist in the intersection of biomedical research and innovation in artificial intelligence, with a career focused on transforming scientific knowledge into real solutions.
As CTO, she led the development and CE certification of quantusFLM, a pioneering technology in AI-assisted diagnostics. She has directed research programs at the BCNatal Fetal Medicine Research Center (Hospital Clínic and Sant Joan de Déu). Currently, she is an associate professor at UPC, where she teaches in the Data Science degree program.
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: AI Applications in Business
Module 3: Accessible AI Tools for Entrepreneurship and Projects
Module 4: Ethics, Risks, and Best Practices
Module 5: Practical Workshop: AI Applied to Your Business
Module 6: Future of AI and how to prepare
BLOCKCHAIN (BLK)
MAY 22-23-24, 2026
Montse Guàrdia
You will understand when blockchain can bring real value to your project and how to integrate it thoughtfully into your business model.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER (UPC) AND STRATEGIST IN BLOCKCHAIN AND ITS CONVERGENCE WITH AI AND IOT.
Over 20 years applying blockchain and cutting-edge information technologies in demanding sectors such as banking, insurance, energy, and consulting.
Specialized in building bridges between startups and multinationals, with a strategic vision of where technology adds real value to business.
Module 1: Introduction to Blockchain
Module 2: Blockchain and the Crypto Universe
Module 3: Blockchain and Metaverse
Module 4: Blockchain and Industrial and Service Transformation
Module 5: Blockchain and the Start-up World
Module 6: Practical Workshop: Blockchain Applied to Your Business
AUGMENTED (AR) AND EXTENDED (XR) VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)
JUNE 5-6-7, 2026
Patricia M. Val
You will discover how to create VR/AR experiences that add value and differentiation to your project.
CO-FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF FUTURA, A STUDIO FOR IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES AND INTERACTIVE NARRATIVES.
Over 12 years leading VR/AR/XR experiences for Nike, Canon, Renault, and Adidas.
Award-winning projects at Cannes Lions, Clio Awards, and El Sol, with content premiered on Netflix and Amazon Prime. Partner of the Catalonia Audiovisual Cluster and a regular speaker in the audiovisual and technology sectors.
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: XR Journey
Module 3: Reflection Dynamics
Module 4: Practical Application
Módul 5: Mástermind
Module 6: Sharing Session
INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) JUNE 12-13-14, 2026
Marisa Catalán
You will explore how to connect the physical and digital worlds with concrete applications to make your project more efficient and intelligent.
DOCTORATE FROM UPC AND PROFESSOR IN THE DEPARTMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING. FORMER R&D&I DIRECTOR OF IOT AT I2CAT.
Over 20 years of experience in IoT between research and industry, with responsibility at the TheThinx5GBCN laboratory.
Has participated in over 70 applied projects — Smart Cities, Smart Home, logistics, and mobility — leading initiatives for Indra, Simon, Continental, and Urbiotica.
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: IoT Components and Architecture
Module 3: Sensors, HW Platforms, and Basic Integration
Module 4: Connectivity and Data Platforms
Module 5: Positioning and Identification
Module 6: Practical Workshop: IOT applied to your business
A BORDO FRIDAYS
AFTERWORK · NETWORKING · COMMUNITY
ON BOARD A SAILBOAT
Pat González and Xavi Pallarès
A VERY DIFFERENT IMMERSIVE TRAINING
During an immersive weekend, you step away from the routine and enter an environment where learning happens differently, and is very inspiring:
Friday evening 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Sail on a sailboat while getting to know the group and the projects, and disconnect from the week. The sea as a welcoming space and connection with the A Bordo Lab community
Saturday and Sunday morning 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Intensive bootcampof advanced digital technologies for 8 hours. You learn by doing and work with technologies applying them to real challenges of your business or project.
With people who have the same interests as you
Small groups that share curiosity for technology and a desire to learn and transform the reality of their projects and businesses.
The sea transforms your way of learning and applying knowledge
PRACTICAL TRAINING IN ADVANCED DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
EVEN IF YOU DON'T HAVE TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE ABOARD A SAILBOAT
BLUE INNOVATION COMMUNITY OF A BORDO LAB
12 HOURS OF EXPERIENCE AND LEARNING
DIRECT FEEDBACK ON YOUR PROJECT
Everything changes when you decide to take a step forward
CHOOSE HOW YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE
You can start slowly… or go for a complete transformation.
1 BOOTCAMP
Ideal if you want to start with just one technology
BOOK YOUR PLACE IN ONE BOOTCAMP- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 1 complete experience (Friday + weekend)
- 4h of networking at sea (A Bordo Fridays)
- 8h of applied practical technological training
- Work on your real project
- Feedback de la instructora y del grupo
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab Community
2 BOOTCAMPS OR MORE
Perfect for starting to integrate various technologies
BOOK YOUR PLACE AT 2 OR MORE BOOTCAMPS- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 2 complete experiences (2 Fridays + 2 weekends)
- 2 technologies applied to your project
- Progressive evolution of your idea between bootcamps
- Greater depth and strategic focus
- More work time and feedback
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
PROGRAM COMPLETE
The most complete option to transform your project
BOOK YOUR PLACE IN OUR COMPLETE PROGRAM- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 4 complete experiences (4 Fridays + 4 weekends)
- Global view of the 4 key technologies
- Real and progressive application in your project
- Continuous evolution of your idea throughout the program
- Higher level of strategic clarity
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
- BONUS: 1 individual session of 45’ of strategic mentoring (business or project development)
- BONUS: 1 Co-creation Workshop for Impact (group)
- BONUS: 1 sailing voucher for A Bordo Fridays + one friend free.
COMPLETE PROGRAM20% DISCOUNT + BONUS
The most complete option to transform your project
BOOK YOUR PLACE IN OUR COMPLETE PROGRAM- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 4 complete experiences (4 Fridays + 4 weekends)
- Global view of the 4 key technologies
- Real and progressive application in your project
- Continuous evolution of your idea throughout the program
- Higher level of strategic clarity
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
- BONUS: 1 individual session of 45’ of strategic mentoring (business or project development)
- BONUS: 1 Co-creation Workshop for Impact (group)
- BONUS: 1 sailing voucher for A Bordo Fridays + one friend free.
2 BOOTCAMPS OR MORE 20% OFF
Perfect for starting to integrate various technologies
BOOK YOUR PLACE AT 2 OR MORE BOOTCAMPS- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 2 complete experiences (2 Fridays + 2 weekends)
- 2 technologies applied to your project
- Progressive evolution of your idea between bootcamps
- Greater depth and strategic focus
- More work time and feedback
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
A BORDO FRIDAYS
AT THE OLYMPIC PORT OF BARCELONA
The A Bordo Fridays on Friday evenings are held sailing from the Olympic Port of Barcelona.
TECHNOLOGY BOOTCAMPS
AT BLUETECHPORT · WORLD TRADE CENTER
The Advanced Digital Technologies Bootcamps on Saturday and Sunday mornings are held at BlueTechPort in the World Trade Center.
THIS IS A WEEKEND BOOTCAMP WITH A BORDO LAB
Three days of complete experience: sailing, connection, and intensive learning.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Welcome to the group and briefing.
- Presentation of the bootcamp and objectives
- Boarding and sailing in the evening.
- Informal networking among participants
Disconnecting from the week, getting to know the group, and entering "learning mode" while sailing.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Conceptual framework of technology
- Real use cases and practical applications
- Application to your project.
- Closing of the experience
Intensive format:
8 hours of practical, dynamic, and applied learning where you move from theory to visualizing how to apply technologies to your project.
INCORPORATE ADVANCED DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES INTO YOUR PROJECT WITHOUT TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE.
You don't need to be an engineer, developer, or entrepreneur.
You only need curiosity to understand where the world is heading and apply what you learn to your project.
This space is for you if:
✓ You want to better understand emerging technologies
✓ You seek practical training, not just theory
✓ You are interested in innovation with triple impact (environmental, economic) and social.
✓ You enjoy learning in different environments
✓ You want to connect with people who share your interests
✓ You are attracted to the idea of learning and sharing knowledge while sailing the sea.
THESE BOOTCAMPS ARE PART OF A LARGER ECOSYSTEM
A Bordo Lab is aregenerative blue innovation laboratorythat drives the transformation of Mediterranean ports through co-creation, testing, and collective learning spaces.
We work with companies, institutions, researchers, and citizens to create solutions withtriple impact(environmental, social, and economic) aligned with theUnited Nations Ocean Decade Challenges.
A PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR
DIGITAL INNOVATION AWARD OF CATALONIA 2025
Granted by: GrausTIC and Generalitat de Catalunya
Category Women in ICT: Recognizes the woman who has excelled the most in promoting innovation, technology, and digitalization in the current year in her profession.
PREMI TALENT 2025
Granted by: Fundació Impulsa Talentum XXI
Sustainability Category: Circular Economy
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. The bootcamps are designed for people without prior technical knowledge. We start from scratch with a practical and accessible approach.
No. The sailing experience is completely guided. No prior nautical experience is required.
- Friday:6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (A Bordo Fridays - sailing + networking)
- Saturday: 10:00 – 14:00 (intensive bootcamp)
- Sunday:10:00 – 14:00 (intensive bootcamp)
Everything necessary for the complete experience:
- Friday sailing experience (1 hour of welcome and briefing + 3 hours of sailing).
- Intensive training in advanced digital technologies on Saturday and Sunday (8 hours).
- Teaching materials and tools
- Welcome pack A Bordo Lab: T-shirt, Bottle, Tote Bag.
- Access to the blue innovation community of A Bordo Lab (La Tripu A Bordo).
The A Bordo Fridays take place at the Olympic Port of Barcelona.
The Advanced Digital Technologies Bootcamps are held at the BlueTechPort World Trade Center (Moll de Barcelona).
We will send you all the logistical details upon confirming your reservation.
We will send you a complete list before the bootcamp.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Choose the bootcamp that interests you the most, or do them all, and be part of this experience.
Secure payment
Access an environment where technology and the blue economy connect to create impactful projects.
CHOOSE HOW YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE
You can start slowly… or go for a complete transformation.
1 BOOTCAMP
Ideal if you want to start with just one technology
BOOK YOUR PLACE IN ONE BOOTCAMP- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 1 complete experience (Friday + weekend)
- 4h of networking at sea (A Bordo Fridays)
- 8h of applied practical technological training
- Work on your real project
- Feedback de la instructora y del grupo
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab Community
2 BOOTCAMPS OR MORE
Perfect for starting to integrate various technologies
BOOK YOUR PLACE AT 2 OR MORE BOOTCAMPS- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 2 complete experiences (2 Fridays + 2 weekends)
- 2 technologies applied to your project
- Progressive evolution of your idea between bootcamps
- Greater depth and strategic focus
- More work time and feedback
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
PROGRAM COMPLETE
The most complete option to transform your project
BOOK YOUR PLACE IN OUR COMPLETE PROGRAM- Welcome to A Bordo Lab: T-shirt + Bottle + Tote bag
- 4 complete experiences (4 Fridays + 4 weekends)
- Global view of the 4 key technologies
- Real and progressive application in your project
- Continuous evolution of your idea throughout the program
- Higher level of strategic clarity
- Full access to the A Bordo Lab community
- BONUS: 1 individual session of 45’ of strategic mentoring (business or project development)
- BONUS: 1 Co-creation Workshop for Impact (group)
- BONUS: 1 sailing voucher for A Bordo Fridays + one friend free.
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