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FUTURES is an initiative to highlight the opportunities for students, learners and apprentices, as they look to start and progress a career in the trades.

InstallerSHOW gives this important visitor group the chance to get hands-on with the latest products in the industry, network with industry experts, and find out more about how the industry is supporting their route to employment.

New for 2026, FUTURES at InstallerSHOW will feature a bespoke trail for students, learners and apprentices. Each of these visitors will receive a FUTURES CARD, which they can get stamped at participating stands around the event. This will enter them into a draw, and the winner will receive a prize bundle to help them kickstart their career.

Visitors will also be able to access a bespoke FUTURES visitor journey through the InstallerSHOW website and app, which will highlight the unmissable live content sessions and show features which are most relevant to them.

Dave Ventris-Field, Event Director at InstallerSHOW said: “InstallerSHOW has always been proud to support the future of our industry. Addressing the skills gap is a key focus for the industry, and we want to help students, learners and apprentices access the connections, products and initiatives that they need to take their career to the next level. The FUTURES CARD is an exciting addition to our offering, with some great prizes on offer which will support the winners to get their work done to the highest standards. Working in collaboration with brands like Wolseley is important for us to support our FUTURES audience, and provide the best possible InstallerSHOW experience for them.”