Chamber of Crafts honors 670 "Master Craftsmen made in Koblenz"

The youngest generation of master craftsmen from the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts district unites 24 different professions and twelve nations.

670 craftsmen from 24 professions and twelve countries of origin The newly qualified master craftsmen were the focus of a grand celebration at the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts (HwK), attended by 1.400 guests. The master craftsman certificates were presented in Koblenz's Rhein-Mosel-Halle. The graduates invested considerable hard work, energy, and dedication along the way, and "now you can reap the rewards of these efforts," congratulated the HwK President. Kurt Krautscheid to the title. In his welcoming remarks, the Chamber President He addressed the "anatomy" of the latest graduating class of master craftsmen, congratulating in particular the 119 female master craftsmen. "Craftsmanship is also women's work, and we are delighted that almost 20 percent of our master craftsman certificates are going to women." In this spirit, the best of the 670 test results achieved by a craftswoman: master gemstone cutter and engraver Aline Stanek from Nohfelden It's number one in Saarland! 

1.400 guests attended the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts' master craftsman celebration at the Rhein-Mosel-Halle, honoring 670 newly qualified master craftspeople from 24 different trades. Photo: © Michael Jordan

With view on twelve countries of origin Krautscheid spoke of a "definitely international matter. Many of you have only lived in Germany for ten, twelve, or fifteen years. But looking at your biographies, one has to say with respect: You have made something of yourselves and used this time well!" On the other hand, "the master craftsman's certificate from our chamber is a door opener to the wider world of work and will be used in Japan, the USA, the Azores, the Caribbean, or Finland in the future," Krautscheid continued. He also highlighted the successes in the harmonization process. professional and academic qualifications and international comparability The title "Bachelor Professional" is also equivalent to an academic bachelor's degree at the European level. This increases the attractiveness "as well as the standing of skilled trades in the public eye".

Background: "Master Made in Koblenz" Background The full report on the championship celebration can be found online here. 

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