The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and the Adecco Group have partnered to address the skill demands in the automotive sector amid green and digital transformation.
The partnership will start with a comprehensive EU Automotive Skills Gap Analysis, scheduled for delivery by mid-2025.
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ACEA said the study will evaluate current and future skill needs within the industry, offering insights into talent needs and competency shortfalls.
After the report’s findings and suggestions, regional forums will be created to devise customised workforce reform and enhancement solutions for different regions.
A key element of the initiative is creating a detailed Automotive Skills Implementation Blueprint.
This plan will act as a roadmap for the automotive sector regionally, detailing practical steps for workforce development and fostering cooperation among local stakeholders and educational institutions.
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By GlobalDataACEA views this initiative as well-timed, considering the demographic and technological changes in Europe’s automotive industry, which have heightened the need for training and adaptation strategies.
The project aligns with the EU’s Automotive Action Plan and Union of Skills, introduced in early March, and seeks to prepare the evolving workforce to succeed amid industry changes.
ACEA director general Sigrid de Vries said: “It is five minutes to midnight for the automotive industry, and the industry’s workforces must adapt rapidly to succeed in a fiercely competitive global market.
“This partnership with the Adecco Group is about transforming challenges into practical solutions that empower our regional stakeholders and ensure a prosperous future for the automotive workforce.”
Adecco Group CEO Denis Machuel said: “With around 13 million people employed across the European automotive value chain, it is essential to equip its workforce for success.
“Our collaboration with ACEA seeks to address the skills transformation necessary for sustaining competitive advantages in this rapidly evolving market.”
Last month, ACEA and Eurelectric issued a joint call for urgent reform and investment in Europe’s electricity grids to support charging infrastructure for heavy-duty vehicles.
This appeal aligns with the EU’s plans to cut carbon emissions in the transport sector, requiring more zero-emission trucks and buses by 2030.
