BYD, an emerging leader in electric bus manufacturing, proudly announces its sponsorship for the 2024 IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge. 

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Founded in 1995, BYD (Build Your Dreams) has grown from a small battery manufacturer into a global powerhouse in electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. As a key player in electric mobility, BYD’s sponsorship of the 12th IRTE Skills Challenge aligns with its mission to foster innovation and excellence in the transport sector. 

Through this partnership, BYD aims to inspire and motivate professionals to reach new heights in their careers while promoting sustainable transport solutions. 

BYD UK  is proud to sponsor the IRTE Skills Challenge 2024, supporting the next generation of talented bus and coach technicians as they advance their skills in an exciting and evolving industry. As the UK remains one of the world’s top leaders in bus technology, the Skills Challenge offers a valuable opportunity for young engineers to advance their skills, showcase their passion for engineering while enjoying the challenges set before them.

Tim Hawkeswood
Sales Account Manager, BYD

The 2024 IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge serves as a premier platform for showcasing the exceptional skills of bus and coach professionals across the UK. Following the successful testing week, which showcased an unprecedented calibre of competitors, all eyes are now on the Awards. The judges will review the scores and announce the winners on July 11th at the British Motor Museum. 

Award categories include: 

  • Bodywork Apprentice 
  • Electric Driveline Apprentice 
  • Electrical Apprentice 
  • Mechanical Apprentice 
  • Mechelec 
  • Outstanding Apprentice Team 
  • DVSA Inspection Apprentice Award 
  • DVSA Inspection Technician Award 
  • Bodywork Technician 
  • Electrical Technician 
  • Electric Driveline Technician 
  • Mechanical Technician 
  • Master Technician 
  • Outstanding Qualified Team 
  • Philip Margrave Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement 
  • Judges' Choice 

BYD’s sponsorship of the 2024 IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge is a significant step towards driving the future of the transport industry. By supporting this event, BYD is investing in the skills and talents that will propel the industry forward, ensuring a robust and innovative future for public transportation. 

At BYD UK, we’re driven by our vision for a sustainable future for all, and recognise the importance of providing opportunities for young people across the UK to harness their strong technical skills in engineering to pioneer a greener, cleaner future and drive the transition to a zero-emission bus and coach industry. As the UK transitions to a full zero-emission bus fleet, so we must up-skill our engineers of the future to develop the new skill sets that will be required to maintain technically more complex vehicles.

Tim Hawkeswood
Sales Account Manager, BYD

With the testing week completed, competitors, sponsors and the industry alike are looking forward to the gathering on 11th July where the winners and participants will be honoured. This event not only celebrates individual and team achievements but also highlights the importance of leadership and continuous learning and development in maintaining high standards in the bus and coach industry. 

We hope this year’s skills challenge inspires all participating technicians to push themselves and learn more about the advanced new technologies that are powering the future of the bus industry. After seeing the fantastic achievements of last year’s technicians, we were delighted to be asked to sponsor this year’s challenge and are excited to see the 2024 cohort rise to the challenge and fulfil their potential.

Tim Hawkeswood
Sales Account Manager, BYD

 

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