IIESMS European Partnerships — Connecting Irish Professionals Internationally

The Institute of Industrial Engineering and Safety Management Systems (IIESMS) has established a growing network of European partnerships, connecting Irish professionals with institutions and practitioners across the continent. Through its participation in the Erasmus+ programme, IIESMS is actively involved in collaborative projects that benefit both its members and the wider professional community.

Key European Partners

IIESMS has developed formal partnerships with several respected European institutions. These include UBT — the University for Business and Technology in Kosovo, the University of Coimbra in Portugal, and the University of Barcelona in Spain. Each of these partnerships brings a distinct perspective and set of expertise to the collaboration, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, joint research, and professional development across borders.

These partnerships are not merely academic. They are designed to deliver practical benefits to professionals working in industrial engineering, safety management, and related disciplines. Through collaborative projects, Irish professionals gain exposure to international best practice, regulatory approaches in other jurisdictions, and innovative methodologies that can be applied in their own work.

The LISE Project

A notable outcome of IIESMS's European engagement is the LISE project (Learning and Innovation in Safety Engineering), developed under the Erasmus+ framework. This project brings together the expertise of IIESMS and its partner institutions to advance education and professional standards in safety engineering. The LISE project demonstrates the tangible value of international collaboration, producing outputs that support curriculum development, professional training, and the exchange of technical knowledge across participating countries.

Benefits for Irish Members

For IIESMS members, the Institute's European partnerships offer a range of benefits. Participation in international projects and events provides valuable CPD opportunities, broadens professional networks, and enhances members' understanding of how their disciplines are practised in other European countries. In an increasingly interconnected professional landscape, these international connections strengthen the standing of Irish professionals and support the continued development of best practice in Ireland.

IIESMS remains committed to expanding its European network and to ensuring that its members are well positioned to benefit from the opportunities that international collaboration provides. Members interested in learning more about the Institute's European partnerships are encouraged to visit iiesms.ie or to contact the Institute directly.