Cross-industry collaboration commits to closing UK’s engineering skills gap

Five-year anniversary of The Code
Celebrating five years since launch, the Tomorrow's Engineers Code includes a huge range of organisations, large and small – from businesses and PEIs, to charities and government departments.

All members are committed to driving inclusion and increasing the number and diversity of young people entering engineering and technology careers.

Tomorrow’s Engineers Week celebrations
As part of Tomorrow’s Engineers Week, the Code community, along with many organisations across the UK, united
to inspire young people.

Last year, more than 55,000 young people took part in EngineeringUK’s schools’ activity, with many more participating in outreach from organisations across the country. This year, based on the theme Dare to discover, the aim was to engage even more.

Cross-industry collaboration
Catherine Sturman, our Senior Code Manager, commented, “It’s fantastic to see the Code community has reached the exciting milestone of 400 members.

“These organisations are all committed to inspiring the
next generation of engineers in the UK.

“We believe collaboration and a cross-industry approach is key to successfully increasingly the number and diversity of young people choosing engineering and technology careers.

“Last year alone, 71 percent of Signatories worked with others to deliver joint STEM outreach activities and this is only set to grow.

“This Tomorrow’s Engineers Week will inspire a huge wave of activity. We’re excited to join the celebrations and showcase the fantastic opportunities for
young people.” 

Since The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code was established, it has successfully improved understanding of the STEM outreach landscape amongst its community (reported by 73 percent of Signatories).

It has also boosted collaboration (reported by 65 percent of Signatories) and increased understanding of how to showcase diversity within engineering and tech roles (reported by 63 percent of Signatories). 

Rebecca Mulholland, Outreach Coordinator at The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing, commented: “Being a Signatory of Tomorrow’s Engineers
Code has strengthened our commitment to inspiring and supporting the next generation of engineers.

“By aligning with a national movement dedicated to inclusivity, collaboration, and impact-driven outreach, we’ve enhanced our engagement efforts.

“We've also fostered meaningful partnerships and gained valuable insights into best practices.”

Tomorrow’s Engineers Live 
As well as providing four pledges and STEM outreach guidance for best practice, The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code has fostered thoughtful discussion through 38 events.

The fifth annual Tomorrow’s Engineers Live conference will take place on 10 February 2026, continuing to bring the community together to share, learn and innovate.