GIRT Hamburg invites to its next event on 23 November 2026, organized in cooperation with the Consulate General of India in Hamburg.
The shortage of skilled workers and young talent presents growing challenges for many companies in Germany. Industry and skilled trades, in particular, increasingly need to explore new approaches to attracting employees and tap into international talent pools. With its young population and strong interest in career opportunities abroad, India offers considerable potential for long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation.
Recent developments in economic policy, including the EU–India Free Trade Agreement, provide an important framework for strengthening relations between India, Germany and the European Union. Against this background, GIRT Hamburg is pleased to organize an informative and interactive event in cooperation with the Consulate General of India in Hamburg. The event will address a very practical question: How can German companies and businesses in skilled trades attract young people from India for vocational training and successfully integrate them into their workforce?
The event will take place on 23 November 2026, from 17:30 to 20:30, at the Consulate General of India in Hamburg (Kohlhöfen 21, 20355 Hamburg).
We are particularly pleased that the event will be hosted at the Consulate General of India in Hamburg, providing an opportunity for members of the German-Indian business community to meet Mr. Raakesh Natraj, the new Consul General of India in Hamburg, in person. In his opening remarks, Consul General Natraj will share his perspectives on the current political and economic framework for German-Indian cooperation and highlight the relevance of the event’s topic from an Indian perspective.
The main keynote will be delivered by Dr. Stefan Diederich, focusing on the recruitment of young people from India for vocational training in German industry and skilled trades (original title in German: „Gewinnung von Auszubildenden für Industrie und Handwerk aus Indien: Beispiele, Kosten, Zeitstrahl, Unterstützung„). He will provide practical insights into how companies can recruit prospective trainees from India, the steps involved, and the organizational, financial and time-related aspects to consider. Drawing on concrete examples, he will also discuss typical challenges and available support services. Dr. Diederich will share practical experience gained through his work as Managing Director of Indienbrücke GmbH.
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Following the presentations, there will be ample opportunity for questions, discussion and personal networking with the speakers and other guests from the German-Indian business and cooperation community. Light refreshments will be provided.
Programme
17:30 – Arrival and registration
18:00 – Welcome by GIRT Hamburg
18:10 – Welcome Address and Introductory Remarks: Current Political and Economic Framework for German-Indian Cooperation
Mr. Raakesh Natraj, Consul General of India in Hamburg
18:30 – Expert Presentation: Recruiting Vocational Trainees from India for Industry and Skilled Trades – Practical Examples, Costs, Timelines and Support
Dr. Stefan Diederich, Managing Director, Indienbrücke GmbH
19:00 – Q&A and Networking
Event Details
Date: Monday, 23 November 2026 (17:30–20:30)
Venue: Consulate General of India in Hamburg
Kohlhöfen 21, D-20355 Hamburg, Germany
Our events are generally bilingual (English and German) to facilitate interaction among participants and minimize language barriers.
Participation is free of charge, but advance and binding registration is required through the following link:
Registration:
https://forms.gle/DmK8g8GQPkrKAW9z5
Registration deadline: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
All accepted registrations will be confirmed individually. The organizer reserves the right to determine admission.
We look forward to an informative evening with stimulating insights and engaging discussions with you!
Best regards,
Prof. Dr. Rajnish Tiwari
Head, GIRT Hamburg
Deutsche Version dieser Veranstaltung: https://girt-hamburg.global-innovation.net/?p=1897
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