Siemens becomes Premium Sponsor of WorldSkills Europe
WorldSkills Europe is excited to announce that Siemens, a leading technology company and a leader in industrial AI, has become its newest Premium Sponsor.
Siemens has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability, and internationality for more than 175 years. Active in more than 200 countries, as a leading technology company, 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.
Inspiration for Europe's best young talent
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) has been involved in the WorldSkills movement since 2010 through the Siemens Automation Cooperates with Education (SCE) program.
Already a Global Industry Partner of WorldSkills International, Siemens is expanding its support for skills at WorldSkills Competitions across Manufacturing and Engineering Technology and Construction and Building Technology sectors by providing cutting-edge products, training, and know-how for 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.
Becoming a Premium Sponsor of WorldSkills Europe means that Siemens will also support EuroSkills Düsseldorf 2027 and EuroSkills Geneva 2029 through its expertise in industrial automation, including CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Electrical Installations, Industrial Control, Industry 4.0, and Refrigeration Technologies.
Dion Smith, Global Executive Vice President of Partner Ecosystems at Siemens, shared his perspective: “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 and WorldSkills Europe, 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.”
Ben Blackledge, Chair of the Board, WorldSkills Europe, said: “We are excited to welcome Siemens as a Premium Sponsor of WorldSkills Europe. Siemens’ impressive capabilities in industrial automation will help us ensure that EuroSkills Competitions continue to reflect the latest industry standards and remain at the forefront of technological progress and innovation.”
“This new partnership with Siemens helps us to support the next generation of skilled young professionals and highlight the essential role skills play in building a sustainable future for Europe.”
The partnership agreement between WorldSkills Europe and Siemens was signed by Ben Blackledge, Chair of the Board, WorldSkills Europe, and Dion Smith, Global Executive Vice President of Partner Ecosystems at Siemens, at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 on Thursday, 24 September. Siemens was a Platinum Partner of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
Siemens is one of 12 WorldSkills Europe Sponsors and 36 Member Countries that are committed to helping young people change their lives and the fortunes of their communities and countries through skills.