SHANGHAI, China, Mar 19, 2025 – INTAMSYS has renewed its partnership with WorldSkills International (WSI) for the 2025-2026 season. Under this agreement, INTAMSYS will continue as the 3D printing equipment and materials supplier for the additive manufacturing and mechanical engineering CAD competitions at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. This is the second consecutive collaboration between INTAMSYS and WSI, reinforcing their shared commitment to improving vocational skills education through advanced 3D printing technology.
Drive Innovation in WorldSkills Competitions
During the signing ceremony, David Hoey, CEO of WorldSkills International, praised INTAMSYS for its technological expertise and commitment to education. He stated, “INTAMSYS has redefined competition standards with its industrial-grade 3D printing technology. At WorldSkills Competition 2024 in Lyon, the FUNMAT PRO 310 delivered exceptional performance, earning global recognition for its reliability and precision.”
Charles Han, founder & CEO of INTAMSYS, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to industry-driven education, stating, “We believe ‘Industry IS Education.’ Real skill development must align with industrial applications. Our latest FUNMAT PRO 310 NEO is designed for high-speed, high-strength, multi-material printing, providing competitors with the ultimate tool for tackling complex challenges.”
Dong Hua, from the sponsorship and partnership department of the executive bureau of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, also shared key plans for the event, highlighting the national support behind this global competition. The three parties engaged in in-depth discussions about the 2026 Shanghai WorldSkills Competition, laying a solid foundation for future collaboration.
Bridging Education and Industry
Following the signing ceremony, a round table forum featured Alexander Amiri, director of sponsorship & partnership at WorldSkills International, and Jane Stokie, director of skills competitions, who shared further insights into the collaboration and competition details. Cong Pang, director of education at INTAMSYS, emphasized, “INTAMSYS is fully prepared to deeply engage in the upcoming competition, providing competitors with extensive training and preparation support.”
China’s Innovation on the Global Skills Stage
WorldSkills Lyon 2024 brought together over 1,300 participants from nearly 70 countries and regions. With Shanghai set to host in 2026, the event is expected to attract even more competitors. As a key player in China’s advanced manufacturing industry, INTAMSYS is committed to integrating top-tier technology into vocational training programs worldwide, connecting education with industry needs.
This collaboration reinforces INTAMSYS’ leadership in industrial 3D printing and highlights China’s expanding influence in advancing vocational skills development globally.
Source: INTAMSYS, WorldSkills International
About INTAMSYS
INTAMSYS, founded in 2016, focuses on industrial-grade 3D printing and additive manufacturing using high-performance materials. Based in Shanghai, China, it also operates offices in Stuttgart, Germany, and Minneapolis, USA. The company works across industries like aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and education. Its popular FUNMAT series of 3D printers can handle high-performance thermoplastics like PEEK and ULTEM, supporting everything from prototypes to large-scale production. By December 2021, INTAMSYS raised a Series B funding round with backing from Porsche Ventures. The company continues to expand its offerings with hardware, software, materials, and services. In 2023, INTAMSYS employs more than 250 people worldwide and serves over 5,000 customers globally. Its solutions are recognized for pushing boundaries in additive manufacturing.
About WorldSkills International
WorldSkills International (WSI) is a non-profit organization founded in 1950 to promote vocational skills and training in various fields. Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, WSI operates in 85 countries and regions, focusing on manufacturing, construction, IT, creative arts, and social services. Its goal is to increase recognition of skilled professionals and emphasize the role of technical skills in economic growth and individual success. A major initiative is the biennial WorldSkills Competition, often called the “Skills Olympics,” where young talent from around the globe competes in different trades to demonstrate expertise in their professions. WSI is a membership-based organization that works with governments, industries, and education providers to improve global workforce capabilities. As of 2023, WSI collaborates with thousands of institutions and organizations worldwide and employs a dedicated team to manage international programs. The organization maintains a strong presence in promoting skill development for the global workforce.