Now in its eighth year, Global Underwater Hub’s annual STEM Challenge competition tests and develops the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills of pupils aged 13–14 years of age. The initiative offers pupils an opportunity to learn about the UK’s £9.4 billion underwater industry, which includes the offshore energy, marine science, maritime robotics, aquaculture, and defense sectors. Run by Global Underwater Hub, the leading trade and industry development body for the UK’s underwater sectors, the hands-on, team-centered program is held with the support of educational charity The Smallpeice Trust. The success of the inspiring initiative and the opportunity it affords the pupils is only possible through the support of industry, with organizations such as BP, Energy Central Campus, Opito, Saab, Subsea7, and Viper Innovations among the sponsors. Up to 60 schools are expected to participate in the environment-themed STEM education program over the coming months.…