Ireland's Digital Construction Star | Waterford News

A 24-year-old from Waterford, Adam Long, is set to represent Ireland at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026—the global “Skills Olympics”—where over 1,400 competitors from 70+ countries battle in 64 categories. Competing in Digital Construction, Adam joins 16 Irish talents on this international stage, with a major prep stop at WorldSkills Ireland 2026 at the RDS Simmonscourt from Sept 16–18. The event spotlights apprenticeships and technical careers as vital pathways to success, with Adam’s journey—from college lecturer discovery to global competition—showcasing how dedication and skill can open doors worldwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.waterfordlive.ie/news/young-waterford-man-to-travel-to-china-to-represent-ireland-on-world-stage-8971262 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f0f45464ab093475 Report issues to [email protected].