This document, (MATES deliverable D2.3 “Foresight scenarios identifying future skills needs and trends”) deals with the identification and analysis of emerging trends with respect to new technologies, new skills, training programs and other associated parameters (i.e. emerging jobs, affected ages and genders etc.). Based on a critical review, mobilization of experts and a Delphi exercise, future scenarios on skills and competences, as well as gaps in the current and foreseen levels sectors at the short, mid and long-term are described.