EKC Sheppey College has formalised its partnership with global engineering company Wire Belt.
The Sittingbourne-based manufacturer, which operates internationally, joined EKC Sheppey College Principal Alexandra Syrotiuk to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This agreement reinforces both organisations’ shared commitment to delivering high-quality training, learning, and employment opportunities for students across Kent.
Gary Allen, Managing Director at Wire Belt Ltd, said: “Wire Belt Company Limited is proud to be partnering with East Kent Colleges Group in supporting young people in manufacturing and engineering and signing the MOU solidifies that commitment.
“Working with the colleges is something Wire Belt is very passionate about and have built our long-term employment strategy around over many years.
“Having a partnership like this in place benefits all concerned us as an employer the colleges but above all the students our next generation of engineers!”
Wire Belt Company Ltd is a family-owned and run company founded in 1962. The company has a long history of producing steel mesh belting under the Flat-Flex® trade name.
The company’s vision is to become the most preferred, respected, and trusted metal belting company in the world.
Alexandra Syrotiuk, Principal of EKC Sheppey College, added: “It was wonderful to be able to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Wire Belt Company Limited at EKC Sheppey College this morning in our brand new engineering workshop within our Innovation building.
“This new partnership with Wire Belt Company Limited will enable our students to learn firsthand about how a local company designs, manufactures, innovates and distributes their products globally, truly informing our curriculum and inspiring our students at the very beginning of their career journey.”
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