The pre-kick-off meeting for the ENGINE project, aimed at fostering collaboration and progress among the partners. The meeting included key elements such as presentations on project overview and partner institutions, management structures and documents review, as well as detailed discussions on various work packages including preparation, development, quality planning, and dissemination. Additionally, there were opportunities for questions and answers, as well as final remarks to wrap up the meeting. The meeting served for partners to exchange information, align strategies, and ensure smooth coordination of activities towards the project's objectives.