University awarded funding to boost skills among Thames Freeport workforce
The new investment will expand on the existing partnership between the Plymouth Business School and the Port of Tilbury
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This project is not just about training – it’s about empowering the workforce with the tools they need to lead in sustainable logistics, construction, and e-commerce. By fostering collaboration between academia and industry, we are creating a resilient, future-ready workforce that will drive both regional economic growth and environmental sustainability. We are proud to contribute to Thames Freeport’s strategic goals and look forward to seeing the long-term positive impact on the community and the broader industry.
Rong Huang
Interim Head of the Plymouth Business School
“These skills projects support the wider ambitions to build opportunities for a sustainable, employment-led, and inclusive 21st-century city. The Freeport has a mission to create inward investment and new high-quality jobs that directly benefit the local community.”
“These awards represent a significant milestone in our mission to build a vibrant, skilled workforce that will underpin the success of Thames Freeport. We are dedicated to ensuring that the Freeport’s benefits are accessible to all, and the Skills Fund is a vital part of this vision.”
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