SkillCity London 2005, the UK's biggest ever national careers and training event for young people, was held at the ExCel exhibition centre in London's Docklands from July 6th to 9th 2005.
Over 160 exhibitors and sponsors provided a huge range of interactive stands and have-a-go opportunities, grouped together in nine industry zones - Creative Community, City Centre, Campus, Healthy Living, Design & Construction, Maritime Gateway, Hospitality and Tourism Island, Techno Zone and Green Quarter.
Click here to see the floor plan and full list of exhibitors.
More than 100,000 visitors were expected at the event, but
sadly the appalling July 7 terrorist bombing attacks on London's transport
system prevented many of them from making the journey. Nevertheless more
than 26,000 young people visited SkillCity 2005, despite all the difficulties.
We are particularly grateful for the personal support that we received from
HRH The Prince of Wales, from Phil Hope MP, Minister for Skills from the
Department for Education and Skills, and from Stephen Timms, MP for East
Ham and Minister of State at the Department for Work and Pensions.
Skills London 2008 will take place at ExCeL London on 20 - 22 November 2008.
For exhibitor enquiries contact Simon Bennie on 01278 454545 or simon.bennie@skillslondon2008.co.uk. For visitor enquiries contact Andrew Coates on 01278 726171 or andrew.coates@skillslondon.co.uk. Click here for further details. |
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Phil Hope MP, DfES Minister with responsibility for Skills"It is clear to me that SkillCity 2005 offered a real opportunity for young people to try their hand at different skills, and for employers to demonstrate the opportunties that they have to offer."
Teacher with school group"Great mix of information and hands-on activities. Obviously designed with young people in mind."
Teacher with school group"Wide range of occupations represented - also the element of fun. Added to this, the venue was great."
Exhibitor"The variety of sectors and the interactive activities were excellent, and really gave visitors a chance to experience the world of work at first hand."
Exhibitor"Very well organised event; lots to see and do; very hands-on; good venue."
Lead sponsorship was provided by the LSC, with additional funding support from the LDA and the Corporation of London. SkillCity London 2005 was delivered by London First.
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