Contribution to Skills & Training Award
Awarded to the company, organisation, or individual(s) that can demonstrate a consistent contribution in relation to the delivery of professional training and skills development within the pump industry.
WINNER:
JOHN CRANE: Partnership with The University of Sheffield
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John Crane’s partnership with the University of Sheffield demonstrates a long-term commitment to skills development in the pump industry. The programme funds ten PhD research projects over five years, alongside internships, apprenticeships, and leadership initiatives. Combining academic collaboration with hands-on mentoring, it accelerates sealing technology innovation for hydrogen storage and low-carbon applications, while building a sustainable talent pipeline. This integrated approach equips future engineers with technical expertise and leadership skills to support both the energy transition and existing process applications.
FINALISTS:
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INNOMOTICS: VFD Training for Pump Control, Performance Optimisation and Issue Identification
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JOHN CRANE: Partnership with The University of Sheffield
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WORKDRY/SELWOOD: Apprenticeship Programme