Metalloinvest became the bronze partner of the 45th WorldSkills Professional Skills Championship, which was held in Kazan from 22 to 27 August.
WorldSkills is one of the the most famous and prestigious blue-collar competition in the world. Its main tasks are to increase the prestige of blue-collar professions and exchange of experience between professionals.
This year, 1,354 young contestants from 63 countries and regions have demonstrated their level of professional training and qualifications, as well as the ability to individually and in a team to complete the task according to the competence they represent: information and communication technologies, production and engineering technologies, construction and construction technologies, services, creativity and design, transport and logistics. A total of 56 competencies were presented.
"The WorldSkills Championship contributes to an increase in the level of professional training for the Russian industry," said Andrey Varichev, CEO of Metalloinvest Management Company. - Metalloinvest is implementing an extensive program of digital transformation and development of production facilities. Successful transformation requires skilled professionals who are ready to work in the digital age. The company aims to improve the status of blue-collar occupations and introduce advanced vocational training standards. "
Metalloinvest signed a partnership agreement with the organizers of the WorldSkills Championship in 2017, as part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
For reference:The World Skills Championship is held every two years. Young professionals from all over the world are fighting for the chance to win a medal in one of the competencies.
The Championship hosts competitions in 56 competencies in various fields: from carpentry to floristry, from hairdressing to electronics, from body repair to bakery. Participants of the championship are selected at national competitions according to Worldskills standards and are the best in their country.
The Championship also provides an opportunity for industry leaders and educational institutions to exchange information, best practices and professional training. Innovative ideas and processes inspire students to become professionals in their industry, devote their lives to discovering new technologies and build a better future.
