The below infographic illustrates the skills shortage facing North America’s manufacturing sector and trades. The information has been shared by WorkBoots.com, which supports the growth of a skilled workforce and encourages today's youth to consider a career working the trades.
Source: WorkBoots.com
The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, while the Engineering Council welcomes the UK government’s Trailblazer apprenticeship plans.
The conference will include new professional training, with over 20 sessions on a range of topics.
US shipments of cement increased by around 4% y/y in the January – November 2013 period, but saw a slight decrease in November 2013 compared to the same month in 2012.
In order to address the construction industry skills gap in the UK, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is encouraging companies to take advantage of training grants.