UK. Dufry-owned travel retailer World Duty Free is to create 30 new apprenticeships in 2017 as part of a wider scheme at London Heathrow Airport.
Heathrow and 31 airport-based businesses have pledged to recruit, train and develop 516 new apprentices in 2017, up from 455 last year, as part of National Apprenticeship Week.
See the table below for a full list of companies involved and the number of apprenticeships that have been pledged.
“With 76,000 people at Heathrow, apprentices are a critical part of our talent pipeline, bringing fresh ideas and innovative ways of working to ensure that the airport runs smoothly and our passengers receive great service,” said Heathrow Airport Chief People Officer Paula Stannett.
“By pledging a record-breaking 516 apprenticeships, Heathrow and our partner businesses are sending a clear message that there is a place for everyone at the airport – whatever your career ambition, we’ll help you get there.”
