Fraser Chesterman of Future Print continues his series of interviews with postgraduate placement students at Archipelago Technology. In this second video, he speaks with Sheunesu Toro, who recently completed a two-week placement at the company in Cambridge as part of his one-year ISMM (Industrial Systems, Manufacture and Management) Course at the Cambridge Institute for Manufacturing.
Originally from Zimbabwe, Sheunesu came to the UK to gain first-hand experience working with a technology scale-up. At Archipelago, he focused on understanding the regulatory requirements for setting up a pilot plant for the company’s coating line. He highlighted how the experience brought to light the real-world responsibilities of getting a product to market—something rarely covered in the classroom.
Sheunesu was very impressed by the structured, methodical approach Archipelago takes to scale-up and innovation. He observed that careful planning and timing are key to their progress, and it's a mindset he plans to carry forward in his own career. Reflecting on his experience, Sheunesu spoke about the broader impact engineers have through their decisions: inventions and innovations don’t exist in isolation—they influence lives, industries, and the planet.
As Sheunesu continues his career, he leaves Archipelago with a deeper appreciation for the regulatory landscape, product responsibility, and the importance of purpose-driven innovation.