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WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

What’s ON #5: Skilled people changing the world

26 September 2026

It’s countdown day! Cheer on the Competitors for the final moments of their challenges and check out all the activities at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 one last time.

What has been happening so far?

Children experience a rail simulation game, one of the 64 Try-a-Skill stands at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

Innovation on show

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 has been a platform to discuss innovation and test out new ideas. Robots have been walking around the NECC halls, while Conference delegates have debated the role of AI in skills. Catch up on our reflections about emerging technology.

WorldSkills Conference 2026 wraps up 

Three days of discussion have explored some of the biggest issues facing skills and the world of work. Ministers, industry leaders, educators, and young changemakers united to shape a skills-driven future. Read more about the Conference highlights.

A competitor works on a wall during day 3 of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.

A skills snapshot

We’ve been busy capturing all the moments from WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 so don’t forget to check out our photos on Flickr and download some memories from the world’s largest skills competition. Take a look at the albums.

What is coming up?

Competition countdown

Competitors are entering the home stretch and putting the finishing touches on their Test Projects so make sure you don’t miss the excitement of the countdowns! Use your WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 app to get closest to the action.

CNC Turning Team Challenge

Why not head over to Skill 06 at 10:45 for the CNC Turning Team Challenge. It’s an exciting event where Competitors from different countries and regions work together on a single task. Get the details. 

Discover the mastery behind the magic

There is still time to visit WorldSkills Expo. Once you’ve been inspired by our Competitors, you can come and learn about new careers and test your own skills on our 64 Try-a-Skill stands. Plan your visit.

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