Siemens extends Global Industry Partnership with WorldSkills

Siemens has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, and reliability for more than 175 years. Active in more than 200 countries, Siemens provides industrial automation and software, intelligent infrastructure, rail transportation and mobility solutions, as well as digital technologies that help customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable.

Siemens has been involved in the WorldSkills movement since 2010 through the Siemens Automation Cooperates with Education (SCE) programme.

Siemens is expanding its support for skills at WorldSkills Competitions across the Manufacturing and Engineering Technology sector and the Construction and Building Technology sector by providing cutting-edge products, training, and know-how for the world’s most talented young professionals. SCE provides access to a comprehensive learning ecosystem, including learning resources, trainer packages, industrial software and hardware, and technical support.

Dion Smith, Global Executive Vice President of Partner Ecosystems at Siemens, said: “WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 showcased how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of skills. Just as Siemens shaped the age of electrification, we are now advancing the Industrial AI revolution. As industries face growing talent shortages and rapid technological change, AI enables us to personalise learning, accelerate skills development, and prepare people for a digital future. Together with WorldSkills International, we combine human potential and cutting-edge technology to build open ecosystems that empower the next generation. By accelerating progress and sustainable industrial transformation, we help shape a more inclusive, innovative and resilient future for individuals, industries, and societies.”

David Hoey, CEO, WorldSkills International, said: “We are excited to continue working with Siemens as a Global Industry Partner of WorldSkills. Siemens’ impressive capabilities in industrial automation will help us ensure that Competitions continue to reflect the latest industry standards and remain at the forefront of technological progress and innovation. Our partnership with Siemens helps us to support the next generation of skilled young professionals and highlights the essential role skills play in building a sustainable future.”

The partnership agreement between WorldSkills and Siemens was signed by David Hoey, CEO of WorldSkills International, and Dion Smith, Global Executive Vice President of Partner Ecosystems at Siemens, at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 on Thursday, 24 September 2026. Siemens was a Platinum Partner of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Siemens is one of 25 WorldSkills International Sponsors. Together with 90 Member countries and regions, they are committed to helping young people change their lives and the fortunes of their communities and countries through skills.

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