IWOLOCA XIV - EWGLA XXX
30th Meeting of the EURO Working Group on Locational Analysis & XIV IWOLOCA
Jerez de la Frontera (Spain), 17–19 September 2025
Contact: ewgla2025@uca.es
More information: https://ewgla2025.uca.es/
Welcome,
The 30th Meeting of the EURO Working Group on Locational Analysis will take place in Jerez de la Frontera (Spain) from 17 to 19 September 2025. This periodic meeting of EURO Working Group on Locational Analysis (EWGLA) gathers researchers focused on Locational Analysis and its applications.
This year the meeting will be celebrated jointly with the XIV International Workshop on Locational Analysis and Related Problems (IWOLOCA). This activity is organized by the Spanish Network on Location and Related Problems (REDLOCA) and GELOCA, the Spanish Operations Research Society working group on Location.
The EWGLA group holds meetings every 1.5 years. Anyone interested in presenting their work, participating in the discussions, or simply learning about subjects related with locational analysis may join the group. The IWOLOCA workshops are organized annually to promote communication among REDLOCA and GELOCA members and international researchers. The last meeting took place in Granada (Spain) in September 2024.
The book of abstracts can be accessed here.
EWGLA Sessions
- Burcu Balçık (Özyeğin University)
- Talk: Location and Transportation Problems in Humanitarian Logistics: Models, Insights, and Future Directions
- Bio: Professor of Industrial Engineering and Academic Director of the Sustainability Platform. Her research spans humanitarian logistics, disaster management, food security, and healthcare resilience.
- Anthony Papavasiliou (National Technical University of Athens)
- Talk: An EU-Wide Electricity Generation Capacity Expansion Problem subject to Network Constraints
- Bio: Assistant professor at NTUA, formerly at CORE (UCLouvain). Recipient of an ERC Starting Grant and the Bodossaki Foundation Distinguished Young Scientist award.
IWOLOCA Session
- Vladimir Marianov (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile)
- Talk: Celebrating Thirty EWGLA Meetings: A personal retrospective on Location Analysis
- Bio: Professor Emeritus and former Deputy Director of the Complex Engineering Systems Institute. Expert in emergency system design and competitive facility location.
All participants wishing to present a talk must submit an abstract (max 2 pages).
Abstract Template: EWGLA2025 Template Zip
Abstract submission deadline: February 19 March 9, 2025
Submission: Abstract submission is now closed. For questions, contact ewgla2025@uca.es with subject “Submission”.
Notification of acceptance: March 31, 2025
Early registration deadline: May 15, 2025
Late registration deadline: June 30, 2025
Fees include conference pack, lunches, welcome reception, social activities, and gala dinner.
| Category | Early (Until May 15) | Late (Until June 30) |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | 350 € | 400 € |
| Student* | 100 € | 150 € |
*Students must provide a valid ID certifying full-time status.
Note: Registration is now CLOSED. For invoice requests, email ewgla2025@uca.es with subject “Registration Invoice”.
- Welcome Reception (Wed 17): Held at Casa Palacio Damajuana, a venue blending Andalusian tradition with modern patios.
- Social Event (Thu 18): * Flamenco: Talk-workshop and live performance at Peña Flamenca Buena Gente.
- Winery: Guided tour and sherry tasting at González Byass Winery (Bodega Tío Pepe).
- Conference Dinner (Fri 19): Gala dinner hosted at González Byass.
Main Locations:
- Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.
- Social venues: Casa Palacio Damajuana, Peña Flamenca Buena Gente, and González Byass.
Local Recommendations (Tapas & Restaurants):
- Taberna Jerez (Pl. del Arenal, 6)
- Bar Juanito (c/ Pescadería Vieja, 8)
- Atuvera Gastro-bar (c/ Ramón de Cala, 13)
- Tabanco San Pablo (c/ San Pablo, 12)
Nightlife:
- Panda Jerez, Gallo Azul, Rooftop Eszentrico.
VISA
Schengen Visa: Check requirements at the Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores page.
Invitation Letter: Available for delegates with full registration. Request via email to ewgla2025@uca.es with subject “Visa Invitation Letter”.
