14 March 2013
Samsung to be Overall Event Presenter of WorldSkills Leipzig 2013
By Werner Kipp, WorldSkills Leipzig 2013
For the first time in history, a WorldSkills Competition has an Overall Event Presenter: Samsung.
This is a testament to Samsung's support of the development and promotion of vocational skills around the world. An agreement has been signed today by Dr Ji Oh Song, Executive Vice President and Senior Advisor at Samsung and Hubert Romer, CEO of WorldSkills Leipzig 2013.
"Samsung is pleased to support WorldSkills Leipzig 2013, which is the fourth consecutive sponsorship for WorldSkills Competitions. The company is proud of its legacy to inspire future generations through nurturing skilled professionals", said Dr. Song.
Samsung is to give a substantial financial aid to WorldSkills Leipzig 2013, but will also provide the Competition with electronic equipment such as monitors, printers, phones and fridges.
"We are honored by Samsung's strong involvement", says Hubert Romer, CEO of WorldSkills Leipzig 2013. "This is an important milestone to make the Competition a true success. We are looking forward to an extensive cooperation with this outstanding partner."
Under the patronage of the German Federal Chancellor Dr Angela Merkel, WorldSkills Leipzig 2013 will take place at the Leipzig trade fair, 2-7 July. At the Competition, more than 1,000 skilled youth up to the age of 22 from all over the globe compete for the world title.
Find out more at: www.worldskillsleipzig2013.com.