ESPOL is fostering academic partnerships in Italy and participating in a formal ceremony in GenoaESPOL carried out an international program from April 11 to 17, 2026, in Florence, Padua, and Genoa, focused on strengthening academic cooperation at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The delegation, led by Vice Rector Paola Romero Crespo, promoted inter-institutional agreements to foster student mobility, knowledge exchange, and joint programs. In addition, it participated in the tribute to Luis Parodi Valverde in Genoa, consolidating historical and academic ties. The program strengthened the institution’s international profile.
Academia and the construction sector are collaborating on proposals to improve road surfaces in EcuadorOn April 13, 2026, a meeting was held at the Guayaquil Chamber of Construction that brought together representatives from the private sector and academia to discuss improvements in pavement design and performance. Participants included industry leaders and faculty members from ESPOL and the Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil, who presented technical proposals aimed at optimizing the service life of road infrastructure. The meeting strengthened the partnership between academia and the private sector and paved the way for future collaborations.
ESPOL's Teaching Committee held a meeting at FICT to strengthen its academic offeringsThe ESPOL Teaching Committee held a working session at FICT on April 14, focused on strengthening academic quality and educational offerings. During the meeting, proposals for new technology degree programs and adjustments to master’s programs were discussed, in line with the demands of the local environment and international standards. The session highlighted FICT’s strategic role in institutional academic planning.
ESPOL's Petroleum Laboratory Strengthens Educational Ties in Santa ElenaThe FICT-ESPOL Petroleum and Drilling Fluids Laboratory visited schools in Santa Elena as part of inLab 2026, strengthening institutional ties by promoting the Petroleum Engineering program and its career opportunities; the initiative provided career guidance and introduced young people to the university environment and the energy industry.
FICT-ESPOL presents research at an international oil and gas conference in Chengdu, ChinaESPOL's FICT participated in an international oil and gas conference, where research from the Master's in Petroleum program was presented, thereby enhancing the institution's visibility and fostering academic partnerships on a global scale.
Smart construction drives the use of real-time data in construction projectsThe Master's Program in Civil Engineering at FICT-ESPOL hosted a seminar on smart construction, focusing on the use of BIM and artificial intelligence for automation and real-time data analysis; the event highlighted how these technologies optimize project management, improve decision-making, and strengthen the partnership between academia and industry in the digital transformation of the construction sector.
Civil engineering students from ESPOL take fourth place in a national hydraulic design competitionCivil engineering students from FICT-ESPOL took fourth place in the 3rd Plastigama Wavin Hydraulic Design Competition, standing out among 40 teams nationwide; their project proposed eco-efficient solutions for water management in rural schools, integrating access to drinking water, wastewater treatment, and green infrastructure with social and environmental benefits.
The Civil Engineering program is moving forward with a review of the curriculum to update its competenciesThe Civil Engineering program at FICT held a workshop to review and update academic competencies and content, aligning them with the current demands of the professional world. During the meeting, key training criteria were analyzed alongside international benchmarks, helping to strengthen an approach focused on problem-solving, innovation, and sustainability. This process helps ensure a high-quality education that is relevant and in line with the challenges of development.
Petroleum professors approve educational objectives at FICT academic meetingFICT held a meeting to approve the educational objectives for the Petroleum Engineering program, following a review process based on the recommendations of the advisory committee. During the meeting, the committee confirmed that these objectives align with the institutional mission and academic guidelines, marking a key step forward in strengthening the quality of professional education.
FICT is promoting the course on Port EngineeringFICT ESPOL offers a specialization in Port Engineering within the Civil Engineering program, strengthening training in the design, analysis, and construction of port infrastructure with a focus on sustainability; this initiative, supported by faculty expertise and the application of real-world case studies, prepares students to meet the demands of global trade and contribute to the country’s strategic development.