One Year to Go! Preparations for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Full Swing
## Event Update: WorldSkills Competition 2026
Event Update: WorldSkills Competition 2026
On Thu, Sep 22, 2026, Shanghai will host the 48th WorldSkills Competition from September 22 to 27, 2026. The event marks a significant milestone as it showcases the world's premier vocational skills competition for young talents.
To facilitate the event, China's State Council has formed a leading group and organizing committee. The WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Executive Bureau is overseeing the implementation of tasks, ensuring that all preparations are progressing efficiently.
The 48th edition in Shanghai will feature 64 skill events, including 57 Official Skills across six major sectors. New categories such as Rail Vehicle Technology and Intelligent Security Technology will be introduced. This event is expected to be the largest WorldSkills Competition to date, considering the variety of events. Participation packages for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 members will be released at the WorldSkills General Assembly in Croatia on Fri, Oct 13, 2025, with online registration commencing on Mon, Nov 13, 2025.
Volunteer recruitment is underway, with opportunities to contribute at airports, high-speed railway stations, competition venues, and hotels. Volunteers will assist with competition security, guest reception, and event support.
On Thu, Sep 22, 2026, Shanghai will host the 48th WorldSkills Competition from September 22 to 27, 2026.
Sponsorship recruitment is actively progressing, with support from corporate sponsors such as Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), Bank of Communications, SAIC Motor, and BOSS Zhipin, who have unveiled their support plans for the competition.
To promote skills and craftsmanship, the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Executive Bureau has appointed 10 highly-skilled Chinese talents as Dream Ambassadors. These ambassadors will serve as role models and promote the value of skills at major promotional activities.
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Based on reporting by TechBullion.
