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Cision Canada
15-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Nexans Canada Partners with Skills Compétences Canada to Sponsor WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 Français
Nexans is partnering with Skills Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies. Nexans will serve as the presenting sponsor for WorldSkills Team Canada 2026. TORONTO, July 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- Nexans, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems and energy solutions, today announced its partnership with Skills Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies. As part of the partnership, Nexans will sponsor WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 as they prepare to compete at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, taking place in Shanghai, China, from September 22 to 27, 2026. "At Nexans, we believe that investing in the next generation of skilled trades talent is essential to building a more sustainable and electrified future," said Dixon Lee, Marketing and Innovation Director at Nexans Canada. "We are proud to support Skills Canada and to champion these incredibly talented young individuals. Their passion, perseverance, and commitment to excellence not only inspire us - they represent the driving force behind the innovation and growth that will shape Canada's industries for years to come." WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 will represent the country on the international stage, competing against the world's top young professionals in skilled trades and technology. Each competitor has earned their spot through exceptional talent, dedication, and extensive training. This prestigious event will host approximately 1,500 participants from more than 70 countries and regions, competing in over 60 Skill Areas for the title of world champion in their trade or technology. Through the sponsorship, Nexans reinforces its commitment to cultivating the expertise of the skilled trades for generations to come, empowering Canada's workforce across sectors ranging from energy to manufacturing. This investment will also help to strengthen Canada's competitiveness on the global stage, driving innovation forward as the world becomes even more electrified. The 48th edition of the WorldSkills Competition will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, drawing an estimated 250,000 spectators. Spanning four days, it stands as the world's largest and most esteemed showcase of skilled trades and technology, and is widely regarded as the pinnacle of vocational training and excellence. The official theme for WorldSkills 2026 is: Master Skills, Change Your Future. Throughout the year, Canadians can follow the journey of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 through the Skills Compétences Canada website and social media platforms. Competitor biographies will be released over the summer, with profiles of WorldSkills Experts and Trainers to follow in the coming months. The full list of Team Canada 2026 Experts and Competitors is available now. To learn more about the event, visit About Nexans For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet and is committed to electrifying the future. With approximately 28,500 people in 41 countries, the Group is paving the way to a new world of safe, sustainable and decarbonized electricity that is accessible to everyone. In 2024, Nexans generated €7.1 billion in standard sales. The Group is a leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems and services across four main business areas: PWR-Transmission, PWR-Grid, PWR-Connect and Industry & Solutions. Nexans was the first company in its industry to create a Foundation supporting sustainable initiatives, bringing access to energy to disadvantaged communities worldwide. The Group is recognized as a global leader on climate action and has committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2050 aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Nexans. Electrify the future. Contacts: SOURCE Nexans
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nexans Canada Partners with Skills Compétences Canada to Sponsor WorldSkills Team Canada 2026
Nexans is partnering with Skills Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies. Nexans will serve as the presenting sponsor for WorldSkills Team Canada 2026. TORONTO, July 15, 2025 /CNW/ -- Nexans, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems and energy solutions, today announced its partnership with Skills Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies. As part of the partnership, Nexans will sponsor WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 as they prepare to compete at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, taking place in Shanghai, China, from September 22 to 27, 2026. "At Nexans, we believe that investing in the next generation of skilled trades talent is essential to building a more sustainable and electrified future," said Dixon Lee, Marketing and Innovation Director at Nexans Canada. "We are proud to support Skills Canada and to champion these incredibly talented young individuals. Their passion, perseverance, and commitment to excellence not only inspire us - they represent the driving force behind the innovation and growth that will shape Canada's industries for years to come." WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 will represent the country on the international stage, competing against the world's top young professionals in skilled trades and technology. Each competitor has earned their spot through exceptional talent, dedication, and extensive training. This prestigious event will host approximately 1,500 participants from more than 70 countries and regions, competing in over 60 Skill Areas for the title of world champion in their trade or technology. Through the sponsorship, Nexans reinforces its commitment to cultivating the expertise of the skilled trades for generations to come, empowering Canada's workforce across sectors ranging from energy to manufacturing. This investment will also help to strengthen Canada's competitiveness on the global stage, driving innovation forward as the world becomes even more electrified. The 48th edition of the WorldSkills Competition will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, drawing an estimated 250,000 spectators. Spanning four days, it stands as the world's largest and most esteemed showcase of skilled trades and technology, and is widely regarded as the pinnacle of vocational training and excellence. The official theme for WorldSkills 2026 is: Master Skills, Change Your Future. Throughout the year, Canadians can follow the journey of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 through the Skills Compétences Canada website and social media platforms. Competitor biographies will be released over the summer, with profiles of WorldSkills Experts and Trainers to follow in the coming months. The full list of Team Canada 2026 Experts and Competitors is available now. To learn more about the event, visit About NexansFor over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet and is committed to electrifying the future. With approximately 28,500 people in 41 countries, the Group is paving the way to a new world of safe, sustainable and decarbonized electricity that is accessible to everyone. In 2024, Nexans generated €7.1 billion in standard sales. The Group is a leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems and services across four main business areas: PWR-Transmission, PWR-Grid, PWR-Connect and Industry & Solutions. Nexans was the first company in its industry to create a Foundation supporting sustainable initiatives, bringing access to energy to disadvantaged communities worldwide. The Group is recognized as a global leader on climate action and has committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2050 aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Nexans. Electrify the future. Nexans is listed on Euronext Paris, compartment more information, please visit Contacts: Communication Mael Evin (Havas Paris) Tel. : +33 (0)6 44 12 14 91 nexans_h@ Christopher Minardi Tel. : (929) 459-4530 Relations Investisseurs Audrey BourgeoisTel. : +33 (0)1 78 15 00 SOURCE Nexans View original content to download multimedia:
Business News Wales
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Welsh Top Skills Talent Takes on Europe's Finest at EuroSkills 2025
Six apprentices and learners from Wales are among a group heading to Denmark in September to test their skills at EuroSkills Herning 2025. Europe's largest skills competition will take place from 9-13 September. A group of 19 will make up Team UK. They are: Mechatronics – John Doherty & Jason McVerry, from Armagh, Northern Ireland Health& Social Care – Grace Longden from Macclesfield Restaurant Services – Yuliia Batrak, from Cardigan, Wales Industry 4.0 – Patrick Sheerin, from Portadown, & Caolan McCartan from Newry Electronics – Evan Klimazsewsk, from Holyhead Mechanical Engineering (CAD) – Stuart Lyons, from Lanark Hairdressing – Katie Sime, from the Forest of Dean CNC Milling – Tomas Ankers, from Wrexham Electrical Installation – Jonathan Gough, from Waringstown, Northern Ireland Web Technologies – Finn Gallagher, from Salisbury Cabinetmaking – Stanley Mackintosh, from Norwich Plumbing & Heating – Andrew McCann, from Aughnacloy, Northern Ireland Cooking – Gabrielle Wilson, from Rhayader Graphic Design – Melody Cheung, from Port Talbot Welding – Luke Roberts, from Haverfordwest Joinery – Jamie Mathews, from Ballyclare Painting & Decorating – Shelby Fitzakerly, from Accrington Selected and trained in skills excellence by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with lifelong learning company Pearson, the team will compete in a raft of skills disciplines. Team members have already been through months of competition and selection processes and now face the last crucial months of their intensive training programme for EuroSkills Herning 2025. Minister for Skills, Jacqui Smith, said: ' Congratulations to all those chosen for the EuroSkills team, it's a fantastic achievement and a unique opportunity to showcase the strength of UK skills on the European stage. 'These young people represent the ambition and expertise being developed through our further education system, which is central to building a workforce fit for the future. 'High-quality skills are at the heart of our Plan for Change, helping to grow the economy and support people into good jobs. WorldSkills UK does vital work to raise standards and ambition across technical education.' Team UK will compete in skills including Electrical Installation, Plumbing and Heating, Joinery, Cabinet Making and Painting and Decorating, as well as Mechatronics, Industry 4.0, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering CAD, CNC Milling, Web Technologies, Graphic Design and Welding. The UK's health, hospitality and lifestyle sectors will also be showcased on the European stage with Team UK participating in Health and Social Care, Hairdressing, Cooking and Restaurant Service. WorldSkills UK uses its participation in the EuroSkills competition to promote skills excellence across the UK and embed world class training standards. EuroSkills Herning 2025 is also seen as crucial litmus test to measure the UK's readiness to compete on the global stage at the WorldSkills Competition. Known as the 'skills olympics', the next WorldSkills takes place in Shanghai, China in September 2026. Ben Blackledge, Chief Executive, WorldSkills UK said: 'We are so excited to be supporting and nurturing this fantastic group of young professionals as they head for Denmark to compete. 'They will be tested to the highest standards, showcasing the skills that global employers are looking for, and will return to the UK with the knowledge and experience that will turbo charge their careers. 'EuroSkills is ultimately a test of how internationally competitive UK skills are. It gives us the impetus to raise standards at home and help more young people get high quality jobs.' Freya Thomas Monk, Managing Director of Pearson Qualifications, said: 'We are incredibly proud to support this inspiring group of young people as they prepare for the EuroSkills challenge this year. Celebrating the best of technical and vocational education and raising the prestige of the sector is very important to us. I wish Team UK the best of luck as they prepare to compete in Denmark in September.' Pearson is the official partner of Team UK for EuroSkills Herning 2025 and WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, following a successful partnership at WorldSkills Lyon in 2024. Held every two years, EuroSkills, organised by WorldSkills Europe, sees hundreds of young people under the age of 25 from 33 countries across Europe come together to compete for the chance to become the Best in Europe in their chosen skill or profession. Supported by Members, Sponsors and Partners, industries, governments, volunteers, and educational institutions, WorldSkills Europe is making a direct impact on raising the level of skills throughout Europe. WorldSkills UK is a four nations partnership between education, industry and UK governments. It is a world-class skills network acting as a catalyst for: Raising standards, through international benchmarking and professional development Championing future skills, through analysis of rapidly changing economic demand Empowering young people, from all backgrounds, through competitions-based training and careers advocacy.
Powys County Times
29-04-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Powys woman to represent UK in Europe's biggest skills competition
Gabrielle Wilson, from Rhayader, will compete in the cooking category at EuroSkills Herning 2025 in Denmark, taking place from September 9 to 13. The competition will see 19 of the UK's top apprentices and learners take on the best from across Europe. The team has been selected and trained in skills excellence by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with Pearson, the world's lifelong learning company. The 19 competitors have already been through months of competition and selection processes and now face the last crucial months of their intensive training programme for EuroSkills Herning 2025. Minister for Skills, Jacqui Smith, said: "Congratulations to all those chosen for the EuroSkills team, it's a fantastic achievement and a unique opportunity to showcase the strength of UK skills on the European stage. "These young people represent the ambition and expertise being developed through our further education system, which is central to building a workforce fit for the future. "High-quality skills are at the heart of our Plan for Change, helping to grow the economy and support people into good jobs. "WorldSkills UK does vital work to raise standards and ambition across technical education." WorldSkills UK uses its participation in the EuroSkills competition to promote skills excellence across the UK and embed world-class training standards. EuroSkills Herning 2025 is also seen as a crucial litmus test to measure the UK's readiness to compete on the global stage at the WorldSkills Competition, known as the 'skills olympics', which takes place in Shanghai, China in September 2026. The UK team will be competing in a variety of disciplines, including electrical installation, plumbing and heating, joinery, cabinet making, painting and decorating, mechatronics, industry 4.0, electronics, mechanical engineering CAD, CNC milling, web technologies, graphic design, welding, health and social care, hairdressing, cooking and restaurant service. Ben Blackledge, chief executive of WorldSkills UK, said: "We are so excited to be supporting and nurturing this fantastic group of young professionals as they head for Denmark to compete. "They will be tested to the highest standards, showcasing the skills that global employers are looking for, and will return to the UK with the knowledge and experience that will turbocharge their careers. "EuroSkills is ultimately a test of how internationally competitive UK skills are. "It gives us the impetus to raise standards at home and help more young people get high-quality jobs." Freya Thomas Monk, managing director of Pearson Qualifications, said: "We are incredibly proud to support this inspiring group of young people as they prepare for the EuroSkills challenge this year. "Celebrating the best of technical and vocational education and raising the prestige of the sector is very important to us. "I wish Team UK the best of luck as they prepare to compete in Denmark in September." Pearson is the official partner of Team UK for EuroSkills Herning 2025 and WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, following a successful partnership at WorldSkills Lyon in 2024. In addition to Gabrielle Wilson, other Welsh competitors include Yuliia Batrak from Cardigan in restaurant services, Evan Klimazsewsk from Holyhead in electronics, Tomas Ankers from Wrexham in CNC milling, and Melody Cheung from Port Talbot in graphic design. The competition will provide a platform for these skilled individuals to showcase their talents and represent the UK on the European stage. The experience will also serve as a stepping stone for the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai in 2026.
