Who can join the training? What kind of profiles is the training targeting? How to reach the venue? Find here below the answer to these questions and much more!

If you still have some questions, do not hesitate to contact big.buyers@eurocities.eu with viviana.demonte@eurocities.eu. 

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• Who can join?  

This training is open to members of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT (Digital).  

New members are also welcome! If you are a representative of a public authority in the EU or EEA countries and are interested in collaborating on sustainability in ICT, please contact  BBWT Project: big.buyers@eurocities.eu and viviana.demonte@eurocities.eu. Prior to participation in the training, membership in the Community of Practice needs to be completed. 

 

• Which kind of profiles can join?  

Members of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT represent a wide range of public authorities across the EU and EEA countries, including: 

• Local and regional authorities 

• National bodies, ministries, or public agencies 

• Universities and public procurement organizations 

Relevant profiles include: 

• Public procurement experts 

• IT officers and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) 

• Innovation and transformation officers 

• Policy officers

 

• Can more representatives from a public authority join?  

Yes, up to two representatives from the same public authority can participate. For this specific training we welcome participation of more representatives from the same organization. This enables a more comprehensive contribution to the training, combining expertise in public procurement with technical knowledge of ICT and digital tools. 

 

• What does it means to become a member of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT (Digital)? 

Becoming a member of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT (Digital) means joining a network of public authorities committed to advancing sustainable ICT practices through public procurement. 

Steps to join: 

1. Express your interest by emailing the BBWT project team or the Community leader. No formal membership application is required. 

2. Once confirmed, your public authority will be added to the official list of members and mailing list for updates. 

3. Appoint one or more representatives to participate in activities, such as: 

• Online workshops and webinars 

• Study visits and market dialogues 

• Learning expeditions and conferences 

• The annual BBWT project event 

To withdraw, simply notify the Community leader via email. 

 

• Is lunch and coffee breaks during the event covered?  

Lunch will be provided on Day 2 of the event, along with coffee breaks. A dinner may also be organized for participants on Day 1, depending on budget availability. 

• Is reimbursement for travel and accommodation foreseen?  

Reimbursement for travel and accommodation is available only for members of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT (Digital) within the Big Buyers Working Together (BBWT) project. It is provided as a lump sum based on the travel distance and the number of nights stayed. Only travel and accommodation costs are reimbursed; other expenses, such as local transportation to the venue, must be covered by participants. 

See reimbursement policies and lump sums here. 

 

• Is participation in the training free?  

Yes, the training is free for participants. No financial contribution is required from members of the Community of Practice on Sustainability in ICT (Digital). 

 

• How to get there?

The venue is "Mundo Lab Trone" located in Rue de l'Industrie, 10, 1000 Bruxelles. 

Coming to Brussels by plane

Two airports serve Brussels:

• Zaventem Airport is the main one and is located around 13 km North of Brussels
• Brussels South Charleroi Airport is a smaller one, around 50 km from Brussels

Transfer from Zaventem Airport to Brussels City Centre

By Train: The airport train station is located on level -1.

Trains going to Brussels North Station (Gare du Nord), Brussels Central Station (Gare Central), and Brussels South Station (Gare du Midi) depart every 10/15 minutes between 5 a.m. and midnight, 7 days a week. The ride takes approximately 25 minutes.

Visit the SNCB website to consult the schedule or buy a ticket. Tickets can also be purchased from ticket machines or at the counter in the train station. There is no ticket sale onboard the train.

By Bus: The bus station is on level 0, one floor from the arrivals hall.

Bus 12 will take you from Brussels Airport to the European Quarter (bus stops Schuman, Luxembourg or Trone) in 30 minutes.  More information about the tickets is available here.

Transfer from Charleroi Airport to Brussels City Centre

By Bus:

A shuttle bus service will take you from the airport directly to the Brussels South Station. Buses depart from outside the terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets can be bought online or from the driver. Please note that tickets purchased from the driver are more expensive. It is advised to buy your tickets in advance online.

Shared shuttle:

Door2Gate picks you up from Charleroi Airport and drives you to your destination. It's much less expensive than that taxi because you share the journey with other passengers going the same way. The price depends on the journey requested.