Decarbonization at Sea

Decarbonization at Sea: The Maritime Industry’s Urgent Need for Engineers       90% of the world’s trade is transported by the maritime industry, facing a big challenge: decarbonization. Almost 3% of global CO2 emissions come from the sector, which could rise to 17% by 2050 without action. Decarbonization is reshaping the industry and creating…

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The Rising Demand for Naval Architects in the Marine Renewables Sector

The global shift towards sustainability is no longer a distant vision; it is rapidly becoming a tangible reality. Innovations like wind propulsion and electric propulsion systems are transforming the way we think about the future of maritime industries, nowhere more so than in the marine renewables sector. As governments and businesses push for greener, more…

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The Growth of Battery Storage Systems in Europe

Batteries play a crucial role in the global energy system today and are set to play a critical part in ensuring secure clean energy transitions. In the transport sector, batteries are especially significant, as they serve as the essential power source for the millions of electric vehicles (EVs) sold each year. In the power sector,…

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Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders

The STEM talent crisis is well known around the world, and STEM-qualified workers are in short supply almost everywhere. In Europe, close to half of companies have difficulty recruiting STEM workers. Across all of Darwin’s industries – Deep Tech, Renewable Energy, Life Science, Engineering (civil, structural, automation), and Space and Defense – this sentiment is…

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How to Become an Effective Leader

There are growing concerns about talent shortages across many of Darwin’s recruiting sectors – Deep Tech, Renewable Energy, Life Science, Space and Defense, and Engineering (civil, structural, automation). This year, 2024, is set to be a threshold year with over 11,000 people per day reaching retirement age in the US[1] and the European Commission predicts…

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Quantum Leap: Advances in Technology and the Talent Shortage

With quantum technology’s potential to solve complicated problems and increase precision, it’s poised to revolutionize multiple industries. The quantum computing market is predicted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 34% over the next 20 years. This rapid growth is driven by breakthroughs that significantly improve the stability and performance of quantum…

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How to Craft a Comprehensive Employee Value Proposition

Creating an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s a strategic endeavor that shapes your organization’s identity and allure to potential and existing employees. Having a compelling EVP is essential for recruiting and retaining top talent in high demand, which, let’s be honest, covers most of the roles we assist clients with. Our…

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Why is Hiring Industrial Automation Engineers so Difficult?

The integration of AI into industrial automation has significantly improved efficiency and safety in the sector. However, as the industry advances, the demand for skilled industrial automation engineers has surged, leading to several hiring challenges. This article delves into these challenges, their impacts on the industry, and potential strategies to address them.   Skill shortages…

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How AI is Transforming the Industrial Automation Industry

There’s no denying that artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, including industrial automation. As AI reshapes industrial automation, it improves efficiency, safety, and productivity while highlighting challenges and future possibilities.   Increasing efficiency and reducing costs Industrial automation benefits greatly from AI’s ability to analyse data in real-time. Using AI, industries can save money…

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