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Fort Worth grapples with training workers for next generation manufacturing
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· June 18, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about plans for worker training are available from the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce and other organizations that sponsored a recent event to discuss the issue.
Local leaders are thinking about the future of work in Fort Worth . They want to make sure people have the skills they need for new jobs. This is a concern because manufacturing is changing.
The city is home to a large Siemens plant. It has a lot of advanced technology, including robotic arms. The plant is a significant employer in the area.
Further details about plans for worker training are available from the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce and other organizations that sponsored a recent event to discuss the issue.
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Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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