The main aim of the project is to develop a common European framework of reference for vocational qualifications in the food industry, by activating transnational cooperation at new levels. Reference will be made to the competence typologies defined by the European Qualification Framework (EQF) and to the instruments of the “Portfolio Europass”. The main target user groups are heads of companies, personnel managers, staff of trade associations, training needs analysts, training planners, vocational guidance professionals, employment services staff and trade unionists.