News — Press Release
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The world’s largest skills competition in numbers
We look back on the spirit of excellence, innovation, and global cooperation that defined WorldSkills Lyon 2024 and capture the scale of the event.
6 November 2024
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WorldSkills Conference message to the UN Summit of the Future
Young people and decision-makers gathered at WorldSkills Conference 2024 and the International Youth Forum ahead of the UN Summit of the Future.
20 September 2024
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024 ends a summer of skills and success in France
After a summer of sporting prowess at the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, WorldSkills Lyon 2024 closes an incredible three months in France. As visitors travel home, the success of the 47th WorldSkills Competition will reverberate around the country for years to come.
17 September 2024
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024 reaches its finale in a spectacular celebration tonight
This evening at OL Stadium, the 47th WorldSkills Competition will close with an unforgettable display of light, sound, and entertainment as WorldSkills Champions are honoured for their contribution to skills.
15 September 2024
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President Macron welcomes the world to France at the WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Opening Ceremony
With a spectacular show of music, dance, flags, and youthful energy, WorldSkills Lyon 2024, the world’s largest skills competition, officially opened.
10 September 2024
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Nearly half of young tradespeople say social media inspired them to choose a career in the trades according to survey from DEWALT and WorldSkills International
A recent global survey of young trade professionals conducted by DEWALT and WorldSkills found that social media significantly influenced their passion for their trade.
9 September 2024
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A venue fit for the world’s largest skills competition
The stage is set and the final touches are being made. As thousands of people arrive in Lyon, including Competitors, Experts, and Partners, it is time to lift the lid on the immense preparations that have gone into the biggest skills event on the planet.
7 September 2024
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024 in numbers
When staging a WorldSkills Competition, everything is on a grand scale. We reveal the stats behind the world’s biggest international skills competition.
27 August 2024
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WorldSkills recognizes Festo owners for a lifetime of achievements in skills development
Brothers Dr Wilfried Stoll and Dr h.c. Kurt Stoll were presented with a WorldSkills Lifetime Achievement award and a unique 3D print of the WorldSkills Museum in appreciation for their long-standing partnership.
16 February 2024
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INTAMSYS joins WorldSkills community as a Global Partner
The world-leading 3D printing and additive manufacturing company becomes the newest WorldSkills Global Industry Partner and will support two skills at WorldSkills Lyon 2024.
13 December 2023