​​​​​​​APPLICATION PHASE
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What documents are required for the application phase?
Applicants must complete the form accessible via the "Participate" button and attach a presentation of the proposed solution related to their chosen theme.

What is the deadline to apply and submit the project?
The deadline for applications is May 14, 2025, at midnight.

What are the evaluation criteria?
The selection criteria include:

• Strong knowledge of Portnet 
• Quality of the presentation
• Innovation
• Human/Client-Centric Approach
• Team effort and spirit 

PRE-SELECTION PHASE

When will I be notified if my solution is pre-selected?
The announcement of pre-selected solutions will be made starting May 20, 2025, via email notification and on the platform.

If pre-selected, what is the next step in the process?
The next step involves participating in a bootcamp facilitated by experts from ANP, PORTNET, and UIR. The bootcamp aims to refine the proposed solutions for the final selection process.

FINAL SELECTION BOOTCAMP

What does the Bootcamp phase involve?
A mentor for each category will guide the pre-selected students to better understand the challenges outlined in the problem statements.
Workshops will be organized to give participants insights into the foreign trade sector and its key challenges.

What documents should I present at the end of the Bootcamp phase?
A detailed presentation of 20 slides is required at the end of the Bootcamp.

How many students will be selected for the final phase?
Out of the 12 pre-selected proposals, a jury of experts from ANP, PORTNET, and UIR will select 3 winning projects.

When and where will the Bootcamp take place?
The Bootcamp will take place from December 19 to 21, 2025, at UIR.