The Grimsby Institute of further and higher education has launched its automotive Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE).

The Grimsby Institute is a partner in the Humber Automotive Technology CoVE, which became active in April 2005.

The CoVE will focus on current and future skills needs, skills of those already working and helping the employment prospects of those seeking work.

Housed in its own dedicated centre, it features an autotronics diagnostics laboratory, a practical workshop and classroom facilities.

The centre has been classed as a centre of excellence by the Institute of Motor Industry.