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Rheinmetall to Supply Bundeswehr with 120 Mobile Aid Stations for Enhanced Military Medical Care

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by the Bundeswehr to provide up to 120 mobile aid stations, with the first delivery scheduled for December 2025. The order, valued in the high double-digit million-euro range, includes ten ballistic-protected and … Read the full press release

Amey and IEMA Collaborate to Train Senior Leaders in Sustainability Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Amey, in collaboration with IEMA, has trained over 180 senior leaders in its Rail and Highways divisions through the “Leading with Environmental Sustainability” course. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to champion sustainability, supporting … Read the full press release

Swisscom Welcomes 232 New Apprentices in Record IT Recruitment Year

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has welcomed 232 new apprentices, with a record 97 starting IT apprenticeships. To support these apprentices, Swisscom is piloting a nine-month onboarding program. Additionally, nine students are beginning a bachelor’s degree in IT with integrated practice. Swisscom … Read the full press release

British Gas to Hire and Train 300 New Apprentices to Support Net Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is set to hire and train 300 new apprentices to enhance its customer-facing teams and support the UK’s net zero ambitions. The initiative focuses on engineering and customer service roles, with a commitment to diversity and … Read the full press release

EIB Group Launches Comprehensive Plan to Boost Workplace Transparency and Well-Being

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) has launched an action plan to enhance workplace transparency, accountability, and well-being. Key elements include the creation of an independent Ombudsman, improved conflict resolution mechanisms, and better whistleblower protection. The plan … Read the full press release

Thales Secures Contract to Provide Advanced Flight Simulators for German Armed Forces Helicopter Training

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a significant contract with Airbus Helicopters to supply 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) Reality H® for training pilots of the H145M helicopters used by the German Armed Forces. These high-tech simulators offer advanced realism and … Read the full press release

Ericsson and TDC NET Pioneer Virtual Reality Training for Engineers

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and TDC NET have initiated a groundbreaking collaboration to provide Virtual Reality (VR) training for TDC NET’s engineers, marking the first of its kind in the Nordics. This innovative approach replaces traditional 2D screen training with immersive … Read the full press release

BBSRC to Revamp Doctoral Provision, Aligning with UKRI’s Collective Talent Funding Model

(IN BRIEF) The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is set to restructure its doctoral provision, effective from 2024, as part of its commitment to ensuring access to top-notch doctoral training. This strategic move aligns with BBSRC’s 2022-2025 delivery … Read the full press release

Amey Marks 15 Years of Partnership with Royal British Legion Industries, Contributing Over £730k in Social Value

(IN BRIEF) Amey is celebrating 15 years of partnership with the Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI), a charity that supports veterans and individuals with disabilities through employment and training. Over this period, Amey has invested more than £4.3 million in … Read the full press release

Bosch Focuses on Training and Technology to Address Labor Shortages and Aging Society

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is addressing the challenges posed by an aging society and labor shortages by focusing on training and upskilling, as well as leveraging intelligent technology to make work easier for employees. In 2022, the company provided over 30,000 … Read the full press release

SGL Carbon Commits to Nurturing Young Talent: Welcomes 32 New Apprentices

(IN BRIEF) SGL Carbon welcomes 32 new apprentices across multiple sites, reaffirming their commitment to nurturing young talent. In Meitingen, 13 apprentices will train in various fields, including industrial mechanics and process mechanics, while Brembo SGL Carbon Ceramic Brakes trains … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Welcomes 528 New Apprentices to Foster Skilled Workforce in Evolving Transport Solutions Industry

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, a commercial vehicle manufacturer, has welcomed 528 new apprentices across twelve occupations at its three large German production sites in Munich, Nuremberg, and Salzgitter, along with German service workshops. Additionally, 30 dual students are … Read the full press release

Technology Services Provider SCC Supports CASBA’s Advocacy for Inclusion of Learning Disabilities

(IN BRIEF) SCC, a leading technology services provider, has partnered with CASBA, a Birmingham-based charity that supports individuals with learning disabilities. As part of their commitment to inclusivity, SCC has provided a grant of £1,000 and donated IT equipment to … Read the full press release

BMT and QECC Drive Innovation in Navigation Training with Advanced Simulators

(IN BRIEF) BMT has partnered with QECC (Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers) to revolutionize navigation training through a multi-year pilot training program. The collaboration involves the optimization of BMT’s ship and tug bridge simulator suite to enhance the practice of challenging … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Delivers Total Ship Trainer to Royal Thai Navy for Realistic Land-Based Training of Complete Ship Crews

(IN BRIEF) German defense and automotive company Rheinmetall will present its “Total Ship Trainer” at the IMDEX Asia trade fair in Singapore from May 3 to 5, 2023. The Total Ship Trainer is a networked and integrated solution for realistic … Read the full press release

Bloomberg and Junior Achievement Europe mentor even more students in 2023 with EU Women in Finance initiative

(IN BRIEF) Bloomberg has expanded its EU Women in Finance initiative, which aims to inspire and empower young women to pursue careers in finance, following a successful first year. The initiative offers specialized training on capital markets and mentoring from … Read the full press release

Solidaridad supports the Tea Association of Malawi in improving the safety on the workplaces in the country’s tea sector

(PRESS RELEASE) UTRECHT, 14-Oct-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Solidaridad, an international civil society organization active in over 40 countries with 8 regional offices on 5 continents, has announced its support for the Tea Association of Malawi, the representative body of all … Read the full press release

Continental comments on skills shortage and in-company training

Enhancing the attractiveness of training through targeted measures Dr. Ariane Reinhart, Continental Executive Board member for Human Relations and Sustainability: “Training is a key tool for combating the skills shortage. The threat of damage to our economy is huge” Gross … Read the full press release

Commentaires de Continental sur la pénurie de compétences et la formation en entreprise

Renforcer l’attractivité de la formation par des mesures ciblées Dr Ariane Reinhart, membre du comité exécutif de Continental pour les relations humaines et le développement durable : « La formation est un outil clé pour lutter contre la pénurie de … Read the full press release

EBRD and Hyundai Rotem to provide certified training in the maintenance of transport infrastructure and rolling stock in Egypt

EBRD and Hyundai Rotem deliver training to 80 young Egyptians Certified training in maintenance of transport infrastructure and rolling stock Programme linked to the EBRD-financed €100 million Cairo Metro Line-II purchase of trains project (PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 12-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release