Partnership to prepare workforce of future

The University of Hull and training organisation CATCH have joined forces to enhance industry skills and research opportunities in the Humber region.

The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on training, research and workforce development. 

Officials say the partnership will see new training programmes, joint research funding bids and enhanced apprenticeship schemes designed to “bridge the gap” between academic study and industry practice.

They add that CATCH, a not-for-profit training facility which supports the energy, engineering and renewable sectors, will also provide University of Hull students with hands-on learning opportunities, helping to “foster collaboration” between education and industry and “preparing the workforce for the future”.

Professor Fiona Matthews, pro-vice chancellor for research and enterprise at the University of Hull, said: “Fostering collaboration between education and industry is vital in driving sector-wide growth and sustainability.

“We are thrilled to formalise our partnership with CATCH, an organisation that shares our commitment to developing industry-ready talent and driving forward innovation. 

“This collaboration will provide invaluable opportunities for students, researchers and industry partners to work together, ensuring that we continue to address the evolving needs of the sector and the region.”

David Talbot, chief executive of CATCH, added: “This partnership enables us to help and bridge the gap between industry and academia. 

“By combining the University of Hull’s academic capabilities with CATCH’s practical, hands-on approach to training, we are setting a new standard for excellence in industrial training. 

“Together, we can create opportunities for students and industry partners, with the aim of preparing the workforce for the future.”

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