Festo Didactic

25/08/2026

☕ 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 💬 How do build strong electronics skills for an increasing number of students while keeping your lab simple, flexible, and up to date?

This is the question we'll explore in our upcoming coffee break live session.

📅 Wednesday September 9th:

🕚 11:00 AM (EDT/GMT-4) – click here to see details and register a838f9ac-5529-44e6-afaa-62e0761d7208@a1ae89fb-21b9-40bf-9d82-a10ae85a2407" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a838f9ac-5529-44e6-afaa-62e0761d7208@a1ae89fb-21b9-40bf-9d82-a10ae85a2407

or

🕒 3:00 PM (EDT/GMT-4) – click here to see details and register
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In less than 20 minutes, you’ll discover:
- Key trends shaping electronics education
- Electronics skills requirements for technical careers
- How our new learning system Electeo streamlines electronics teaching and learning

✅ 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲!

06/08/2026

🌍📦 The first shipments have arrived!

A major milestone on our journey to WorldSkills Shanghai: the first Festo shipments have successfully arrived on site. Behind every delivery are months of planning, preparation, and dedicated teamwork.

As the event draws closer, excitement continues to build. We are proud to contribute to this global platform where talented young professionals from around the world come together to demonstrate excellence in skills and vocational education.

We look forward to being part of this inspiring international event and supporting the next generation of skilled talent.

04/08/2026

As we look ahead to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, one thing is clear: skills development is more important than ever.

In this video, Dr. Oliver Niese, Chairman of the Management Board at Festo Didactic, shares his perspective on empowering future talent, advancing vocarional education and preparing the workforce for tomorrow‘s challenges.

WorldSkills brings together the world‘s best young professionals and dremonstrates how skills drive innovation, sustainability and economic growth.

Join us on the road to Shanghai 2026 🌍🚀

30/07/2026

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀? 🔎

The new Economics Learning Path on Festo LX combines real MPS 400 learning factories with virtual simulations, using FactoryViews and CIROS, our universal 3D simulation system —giving you the flexibility to choose or switch between both.

From simulating a semi-automatic assembly station to calculating manufacturing costs and optimizing logistics on the MPS 404, learners explore the economic aspects of production in a practical way. 💻🔁

Choose the setup that best fits your equipment and learning scenario.

Expore the Learning Path on Festo LX: https://brnw.ch/21x4yju

21/07/2026

🏙️Anticipation is building for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai this September – and we’re excited to be part of it!

The National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) Shanghai, one of the world’s leading expo complexes with its distinctive four-leaf clover design, will host The WorldSkills Competition.

Twelve halls will be transformed into:
• 64 skill competition workshops
• interactive Try-a-Skill stands
• the WorldSkills Conference• the WorldSkills Expo – where we as Festo Didactic will also showcase our products, projects, and initiatives

Discover more about the competition: https://brnw.ch/21x4ieM

07/07/2026

🌍 Shaping a skills-driven future.

At the WorldSkills Conference 2026 in Shanghai, taking place from 23–25 September 2026, experts from education, industry, and policy will come together to share best practices and learn about global trends and issues found in Vocational Education and Training (VET) and skills excellence and development.

Representing Festo Didactic, Oliver Niese, Chairman of the Management Board at Festo Didactic, and Andy Hurst, Head of Global Sales, will share their insights on the future of work, learning, and skills development.

Key topics include:

🔹 What AI is really doing to jobs, skills demand — and the people behind them
🔹 How green and digital skills development through TVET is driving real transformation in education, industry, and economies

Join the conversation and be part of shaping a skills-driven future.

Learn more and register now: https://brnw.ch/21x3VQp

03/07/2026

Innovation happens when bold ideas meet real-world challenges 🚀

What an incredible semester! 🎓

Together with WU (Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien), we once again experienced the power of collaboration between academia and industry. 26 students took on five real business challenges from Festo, delivering inspiring ideas, fresh perspectives and innovative solutions with real impact.

One of the biggest highlights: Our long-standing partnership with WU Vienna, which began in 2019, was honored with a Special Award. 🏆 We are truly proud of this recognition, which reflects the value of sustainable collaboration in driving innovation and empowering the next generation of talent.

A heartfelt thank you to all students, professors, mentors and colleagues who made this semester such as success.

Education for a world in motion.

24/06/2026

🚀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗫 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺 – 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Already using a Learning Management System like Moodle, Canvas or SAP SuccessFactors?
👉 Then don’t switch platforms – upgrade what you already have!

With Festo LX Premium, you can seamlessly integrate Festo LX content into your Learning Management System via LTI or SCORM Cloud.

✅ Access high-quality technical courses directly in your LMS
✅ Use integrated simulations like FluidSIM within your learning environment
✅ Create and customize your own content in Festo LX
✅ Deliver one consistent learning experience
✅ Reach more learners – within the system they already use

💡All in one ecosystem. No disruption. No compromise.

Ready to unlock the full potential of your Learning Management System? https://brnw.ch/21x3Bod

22/06/2026

Let the countdown begin — less than 100 days to WorldSkills! ⏳🚀

The 48th WorldSkills Competition is fast approaching, the peak of months and years of dedication, discipline and training. Soon, the world’s top young professionals will step onto the global stage to prove what skills can achieve — alongside WorldSkills Conference 2026, where global leaders will meet to shape a skills-driven future. 🌍🏅

We support competitors and educators with technical expertise during the preparation phase and throughout the championship. From hands‑on practice to technical fine‑tuning, our dedicated teams provide the expertise, equipment and coaching that turn preparation into performance. ⚙️🔧🎓

Find out more about how Festo supports WorldSkills: https://brnw.ch/21x3xQU

18/06/2026

Driving the future of education together 🌍📚

At Festo Didactic, we believe that strong development institutions are key to shaping future-ready education systems. In a rapidly changing world, collaboration between industry, education, and global organizations is essential to equip people with the skills needed for tomorrow.

That’s why our colleagues actively engage in international networks like Worlddidac Association – contributing expertise, fostering exchange, and helping to drive innovation in education worldwide.

An interesting perspective on this topic is shared in this article by Worlddidac, highlighting the vital role of development institutions in advancing education systems:

👉 https://brnw.ch/21x3slc

Together, we are committed to empowering talent and shaping the future of learning.

Worlddidac Director General Rodrigo Sáez Muñoz reflects on the growing role of development institutions such as the IDB in shaping the future of global education, public-private partnerships, digital transformation, TVET, and international collaboration.