Otis Expands Little Engineers STEM Program Globally
Otis (NYSE: OTIS) is rolling out its Little Engineers STEM program globally, expanding a hands-on, elevator-focused curriculum that originally launched in Hong Kong.
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Otis (NYSE: OTIS) is rolling out its Little Engineers STEM program globally, expanding a hands-on, elevator-focused curriculum that originally launched in Hong Kong. More than 800 students in Greater China and the Asia Pacific have participated to date, and the program recently reached the Middle East via partnerships in Saudi Arabia and a session for 50 students at Sharjah Indian School.
The initiative trains Otis volunteers to deliver interactive lessons and mini-elevator projects to primary students, reinforcing STEM interest, safety and community engagement across Otis' operations in 200+ countries.
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On Jan 14, the day this news came out, OTIS closed 0.19% above the previous close.
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Key Figures
- Little Engineers reach
- more than 800 students
- Program participation in Greater China and Asia Pacific
- Sharjah session size
- 50 students
- Little Engineers session at Sharjah Indian School
- People moved daily
- 2.4 billion
- People moved per day by Otis systems
- Service portfolio units
- approximately 2.4 million
- Customer units maintained worldwide
- Employees
- 72,000 people
- Global Otis workforce
- Field professionals
- 44,000
- Number of field professionals at Otis
- Global footprint
- more than 200 countries and territories
- Markets where Otis operates
- Current share price
- $89.78
- Pre-news price vs 52-week range $84.25–$106.83
Historical Context
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Major London Underground escalator modernization contract starting April 2026.
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Scheduled Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings call announcement.
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Completion of Montréal REM installation with long-term service contract.
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Incheon airport project winning Elevator World Project of the Year.
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Expanded Gen3 Core elevator offering with higher capacity and features.
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Hands-on learning initiative aims to inspire the next generation of innovators
What is Little Engineers?
Little Engineers is a hands-on, elevator-focused STEM education initiative designed to teach young students about the technology, safety and history of the elevator and escalator industry. Originally launched in
Where is it expanding?
Now, Otis is expanding the program globally, strengthening community engagement by empowering Otis colleagues to serve as Little Engineers volunteers, and motivating students to explore STEM fields early.
The program recently expanded to the
What do the students do?
Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects and virtual adventures, primary school students can explore the science behind elevators and escalators, learn about vertical mobility technologies, and build mini elevators and pulley systems.
Why is it important?
The global expansion of Little Engineers supports Otis' commitment to inspire youth around the world to become part of our dynamic industry, while reinforcing its dedication to safety, innovation, and community engagement.
"This global expansion reflects Otis' commitment to engaging meaningfully in the communities we serve. Through initiatives like Little Engineers, we're helping young people discover the excitement of STEM, gain a basic understanding of elevator systems and core technology and learn and practice safe-riding tips," said Matt Turner, Vice President of Social Impact at Otis. "Programs like Little Engineers also allow us to introduce students to the human side of engineering – its creativity and real-world impact. It's a way to spark interest early and share the passion that drives so many of our engineers today."
How does Little Engineers compare with other Otis Social Impact programs?
Little Engineers complements Otis' flagship social impact program, Made to Move Communities.™ While Made to Move Communities focuses on students ages 14 and older with innovation-driven problem solving, Little Engineers engages younger learners through hands-on exploration.
To learn more about the Little Engineers program and how Otis is investing in the future of vertical mobility, visit https://www.otis.com/en/us/our-company/social-impact.
About Otis
Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry's largest Service portfolio. You'll find us in the world's most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in
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