steelTalks is a monthly series on topics of interest to the global steel community. The lectures are presented in a webinar format with a guest lecturer. This steelTalks lecture presents insights on the European flagship initiative “New Skills Agenda” represented by the European Steel Skills Agenda and Alliance (ESSA). The lecture explores the relevance of Work 4.0 for the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies by reflecting upcoming technological and economic developments, the deriving demands for skills adjustments and related training measures and upskilling strategies.