Discover how our business community is getting involved in the skills agenda through apprenticeships, work placements, and bespoke training. Our case studies highlight the innovative ways companies in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are investing in their workforce and shaping the future by:

  • Bridging the Skills Gap: See how companies are directly addressing their recruitment challenges by partnering with educational institutions to develop a pipeline of talented, job-ready individuals.
  • Driving Innovation: Explore how investing in skills, from advanced manufacturing to cutting-edge digital technology, is helping businesses stay at the forefront of their industries.
  • Boosting Growth: Read inspiring stories of how upskilling teams has led to increased productivity, improved business performance, and long-term sustainable growth.

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National Apprenticeship Week, 2024

National Apprenticeship Week, 2024

Case studies from National Apprenticeship Week

National Manufacturing Day, 2025

National Manufacturing Day, 2025

Case studies from National Manufacturing Day

Case study from Baker Perkins (Coperion)

National Apprenticeships Week 2026

The Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) recently visited Baker Perkins, part of Coperion UK, to speak with a range of staff about the role apprenticeships play in developing their workforce. Through a series of interviews with mentors, HR representatives, operations managers and other team members, the conversation explored how apprenticeships are embedded within the organisation and why they remain an important part of their long term strategy.

Peter Brotherhood by Howden, A Chart Industries Company, in partnership with the Greater Peterborough UTC

Apprenticeships and T-Levels

'Homegrown resources that we can lean on...'
The Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) recently met with the team at Peter Brotherhood by Howden, A Chart Industries Company, in partnership with the Greater Peterborough UTC who showcased exactly why technical education is a game-changer for the UK engineering sector.