Speakers
Esther Molina
Managing Director of Suncruise Andalucía
Always committed to supporting businesses and business organizations, she has been actively involved with CEA, the Málaga Chamber of Commerce, and CESUR — the association of business leaders of Southern Spain — where she currently serves as Chair of the Tourism Committee. She is also the Delegate in Málaga for ANSEMCAC, the Association of Women Entrepreneurs in Circular Economy, Blue Economy, and Environment.
With more than 25 years of professional experience, she has collaborated with various sectoral business associations in areas such as training, women’s leadership, gaming and public entertainment, and food industry distribution.
During her public service, she was part of the Municipal Government of Málaga, serving as General Director of Businesses and Delegate for the same area of competence.
She holds postgraduate studies in Executive Management Competencies, Financial and Tax Law, and a Master’s in Executive Coaching and Leadership from the University of Barcelona and OBS Business School.
She is currently the Managing Director of Suncruise Andalucía and Mar de Alborán.
A passionate lover of good conversation, music, and reading.
Session:
- E04 - Major Ports: Blue Energy and Territorial Connection
E04 - Major Ports: Blue Energy and Connection with the Territory
Governance, sustainability, and infrastructure serving the coastline and its communities
Large ports of general interest are set to play a key role in the sustainable transformation of Europe's coastline. This round table will bring together port authorities, major shipping companies, and municipal representatives to discuss how to move toward a port model that is fully integrated into its environment, aligned with climate objectives, improving coastal livability, and meeting the new demands of international tourism.
From the electrification of docks (OPS) to the integration of renewable energies and smart grids, the role of cruise terminals as energy hubs and their direct impact on the quality of life in port cities will be analyzed. The challenges and opportunities of collaborative port-city governance, where economic, urban, and environmental interests converge in a single strategy, will also be addressed.
In addition, there will be a discussion on how these ports can become strategic allies in promoting cleaner, more connected blue tourism that is compatible with municipal objectives in terms of sustainability, urban planning, and social cohesion.