GTG Training

What GTG Training does

GTG Training Limited is a UK vocational training provider operating across Scotland and England, delivering apprenticeships, accredited short courses, and venue hire services from five purpose-built facilities totalling more than 119,000 sq ft in Glasgow (three sites), Edinburgh, and Wolverhampton. Founded in 1974, the company serves two primary end markets: employers seeking to recruit and upskill workforce in automotive technical, transport/logistics, construction, business services, and health and safety; and individual learners pursuing earn-while-you-learn pathways into skilled trades. Its product portfolio spans seven training course categories, four apprenticeship programme lines (Automotive, Transport, Business Services, Construction), plus specialised offerings including Renault Group branded apprenticeships, the Get into Cars youth programme with the Prince's Trust, Skills Bootcamps, and GTG EasyPay 0% financing. The company also monetises its real estate through conference, meeting, and automotive workshop hire.

GTG generates revenue through three primary streams: Apprenticeship Training Fees (funded via the Apprenticeship Levy in England through ESFA, with 5% co-funding for non-levy employers, and Skills Development Scotland in Scotland); Commercial Training Courses sold per programme across accredited and industry-recognised qualifications; and Venue Hire priced from £225 per day for workshop ramps up to £1,170 per day for combined conference suites. Underlying technology includes a custom e-portfolio platform providing employers real-time apprentice progress visibility, SMART-target coaching tools, dedicated EV/hybrid training spaces, and a learner wellbeing platform (SPACE) integrated with BEN charity services. GTG holds DVSA Approved Test Centre status across all three logistics hubs and a dense layer of sector accreditations (Ofsted Grade 2 Good, SDS Excellent 2023/24, IMI, NEBOSH, CITB, RTITB, IOSH, ILM, CMI, FAIB, SQA), which collectively form a meaningful regulatory moat.

GTG's go-to-market is hybrid: enterprise field sales securing employer-sponsored apprenticeship cohorts (with named customers including AA, DPD, Royal Mail, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Stagecoach, ALDI, UPS, Renault Group, Arnold Clark, MG, BYD), direct-to-consumer recruitment of individual apprentices through a careers portal with numeracy/literacy and mechanical aptitude testing, and channel partnerships with OEMs (Renault, Dacia, Alpine), the Prince's Trust, and government bodies (ESFA, SDS, DVSA). The company trains approximately 30,000 delegates annually and certifies over 24,000, and has received over £50 million of investment since 2007 from its parent company to sustain facility expansion and capability build-out.

Name

GTG Training

Legal name

GTG Training Limited

Website

https://gtg.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

GTG Training is a UK vocational training provider delivering apprenticeships, accredited short courses, and venue hire across automotive, transport, construction, business, and health & safety sectors from five facilities in Scotland and England, training around 30,000 delegates annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Apprenticeship Services

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive (EDABALAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Powertrain, Drivetrain & Transmission Specialist Training (EDAOAEAJ)

Keywords

• Vocational apprenticeship training
• Automotive technical training
• Logistics driver training
• Health and safety courses
• Construction apprenticeships

Headquarters

HQ city

Glasgow

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Apprenticeship Training Fees: GTG generates revenue primarily through government-funded and employer-funded apprenticeship training programmes. In England, funding is accessed via the Apprenticeship Levy for levy-paying employers, with co-funding (5% contribution) for non-levy employers. In Scotland, Skills Development Scotland contributes to apprenticeship training costs. Apprenticeships span automotive, transport, business services, and construction sectors.
2. Commercial Training Courses: GTG offers accredited and industry-recognised short courses across Automotive Technical, Logistics, Driver Training, Business Skills, Construction, and Health and Safety. Revenue is generated per course, with prices varying by programme type. The cost includes training, VAT, registration fees, exams and certificates.
3. Venue Hire: GTG offers conference rooms, meeting rooms, training rooms, and automotive workshop space for hire at their Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Wolverhampton venues. Pricing ranges from £400 per day for meeting rooms up to £1,170 per day for combined conference suites. Automotive workshop ramp hire starts from £225 plus VAT per day.
4. GTG EasyPay Payment Plans: 0% payment plans allow course costs to be spread over 3, 6 or 10 months. Terms and conditions apply through partner Bumper.co.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

GTG Training is a UK vocational training provider delivering employer-sponsored apprenticeships and accredited short courses across automotive technical, transport and logistics, driver training, business skills, construction, and health and safety disciplines. The company operates five purpose-built training centres in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Wolverhampton serving around 30,000 delegates per year, and also offers venue and automotive workshop hire services. Revenue is primarily generated through government and employer-funded apprenticeship training fees in England (via the Apprenticeship Levy/ESFA) and Scotland (via Skills Development Scotland), complemented by fee-paying commercial short courses.

Product overview

GTG Training is a vocational training provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of training courses, apprenticeship programmes, and venue hire services across Scotland and England. The core offerings include sector-specific training courses in Automotive Technical, Logistics, Driver Training, Business Skills, Construction, Health and Safety, and eLearning. Apprenticeship programmes span automotive, transport, business services, and construction sectors with multiple qualification levels from SCQF Level 2 through Level 11. GTG operates training centres in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Kilbirnie Street, and Wolverhampton, providing dedicated facilities including custom-built workshops, IT suites, conference rooms, and restaurant services. The company also offers venue hire for conferences, meetings, and automotive workshop rental, along with financing options through GTG EasyPay. GTG holds numerous industry accreditations including Ofsted Grade 2, SQA approval, IMI, NEBOSH, CITB, RTITB, and IOSH accreditations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Get into Cars: A six-week intensive programme delivered in partnership with the Prince's Trust and the Arnold Clark Group, giving young people an alternative route to an apprenticeship in the automotive industry.

Products and services

• Automotive Technical Training Courses Accredited technical training programmes covering automotive maintenance, repair, and diagnostic skills for light and heavy vehicles, buses and coaches, delivered to individuals and employer-sponsored learners at GTG's purpose-built automotive workshops.
• Logistics Training Courses Training programmes for logistics operations including forklift operations, warehousing and storage, preparing learners for careers in supply chain and distribution.
• Driver Training (HGV/LGV) Courses HGV and LGV driver training programmes including Category C1, 7.5t urban driver and professional driving qualifications, with DVSA-approved testing at GTG logistics hubs.
• Business Skills Training Courses Professional development courses covering business administration, customer service and management skills for career advancement.
• Construction Training Courses Construction qualifications covering plant operations, lifting operations, site supervision and site management from SCQF Level 5 to Level 11.
• Health and Safety Training Courses Workplace health and safety qualifications including NEBOSH-accredited programmes and IOSH certifications for industry compliance.
• eLearning Training Courses Online and digital learning programmes allowing flexible remote access to GTG's training content and courses.
• Automotive Apprenticeships Modern apprenticeships in automotive technical fields including Autocare Technician Level 2, Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3, and specialist tracks for light vehicles, heavy vehicles and bus/coach.
• Transport Apprenticeships Apprenticeships in logistics and transport sectors covering warehousing, storage operations and professional driving qualifications lasting approximately one year.
• Business Services Apprenticeships Work-based apprenticeships in business administration, customer service and professional services sectors lasting 12–15 months.
• Construction Apprenticeships Six modern apprenticeships in construction with eight routes covering SVQ qualifications from SCQF Level 5 through Level 11, including plant operations, lifting operations, site supervision and senior management.
• Renault Group Apprenticeships Specialised apprenticeship initiative in partnership with Renault Group covering Autocare Technician, Trade Supplier, Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician and Customer Service Practitioner, delivered at Renault, Dacia and Alpine branded facilities across their UK dealer network.
• Get Into Cars Programme Six-week intensive programme delivered in partnership with the Prince's Trust and Arnold Clark Group, providing young people aged 16–25 an alternative route to automotive apprenticeships with hands-on experience.
• Skills Bootcamps Intensive skills bootcamps for rapid workforce development and training in automotive and transport sectors, delivered at GTG's West Midlands training centre.
• Venue Hire (Conference and Meeting Rooms) Conference and meeting room hire at GTG facilities in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Wolverhampton, including corporate events, exhibitions, and bespoke catering options for conferences and meetings.
• Automotive Workshop Hire Automotive workshop rental for independent and franchised dealers, trainers and businesses with ramp access for light vehicles, heavy vehicles and bus/coach work, including EV/hybrid-capable hire kits.
• GTG EasyPay (0% Instalment Payment Plans) 0% payment plans allowing learners to spread course costs over 3, 6 or 10 months via partner Bumper.co, improving accessibility to GTG training.

Quantifiable outcome

• GTG certifies over 24,000 delegates every year on average.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, parent company, core and minor.

• Renault GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023GTG is working in partnership with Renault Group to support their growth strategy through the Renault UK Apprenticeship Initiative. GTG delivers a bespoke branded training programme for Renault, Dacia, and Alpine brands across their dealer network. Apprentices attend GTG's state-of-the-art facilities using Renault Group vehicles and equipment, with access to a dedicated training team.
• Arnold Clark Groupparent companyStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008Arnold Clark Group is GTG Training's parent company and primary employer partner. The company has invested over £50 million since 2007 to support GTG's growth and high-quality services. Arnold Clark is the largest private employer in the Scottish automotive sector and GTG was established to support the training needs of Arnold Clark and other employer groups.
• Prince's TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008The Get into Cars programme is delivered in partnership with the Prince's Trust and the Arnold Clark Group. It is a six-week intensive programme giving young people aged 16-25 an alternative route to an apprenticeship with the chance to get hands-on experience at Arnold Clark branches. Since 2008, 112 young people have progressed into full apprenticeships through this programme.
• SerVaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGTG works in partnership with SerVace for safe residential accommodation and travel arrangements. SerVace negotiates contracts with hotels and transport companies, handles security vetting practices, safeguarding and Prevent staff development, and regulated HSE practices. GTG manages the contracting and booking process on behalf of employers.
• ALDIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorALDI partners with GTG for logistics and warehouse apprenticeships. GTG provides apprenticeship training to ALDI employees across England and Scotland.
• StagecoachcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStagecoach partners with GTG for transport and bus and coach technician apprenticeships. GTG delivers training across multiple Stagecoach sites.
• Royal MailcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRoyal Mail partners with GTG for logistics and transport apprenticeships across their distribution network.
• DPDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDPD partners with GTG for logistics apprenticeships across their UK network, with GTG providing flexible coverage across England, Scotland, and Wales.
• TescocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTesco partners with GTG for logistics and supply chain apprenticeships.
• Sainsbury'scoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSainsbury's partners with GTG for logistics apprenticeships.
• BiffaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBiffa partners with GTG for logistics apprenticeships.
• UPSminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUPS partners with GTG for logistics apprenticeships.
• YodelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYodel partners with GTG for logistics apprenticeships.
• TrentbartonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrentbarton partners with GTG for transport and driver apprenticeships.
• The Automobile Association (AA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe AA worked with GTG when the HGV driver shortage hit in 2022, with GTG supporting 20 new starters through recovery operative apprenticeships. GTG provided expertise and passion for the industry, supporting apprentices in building technical skills.
• Road Haulage Association (RHA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGTG is a member of the Road Haulage Association, supporting their position in the transport and logistics training sector.
• Freight Transport Association (FTA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGTG is a member of the Freight Transport Association, supporting logistics training provision.
• CTP (Careers Transition Partnership)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGTG is a CTP Preferred Supplier, supporting resettlement and career transition training for armed forces personnel.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lifetime Training: One of the largest UK apprenticeship providers across multiple sectors including health, childcare and services, with apprenticeship programmes, employer relationships and Ofsted oversight comparable to GTG.
• Remit Training: UK-based training provider specialising in automotive, logistics and retail apprenticeships with multiple training centres. Closest direct competitor to GTG's automotive apprenticeship and short-course training offering.
• Realise Apprenticeships: UK apprenticeship provider operating across multiple sectors with employer partnerships and apprenticeship levy expertise, overlapping with GTG's transport, business services and logistics offerings.
• TDR Training: UK-based apprenticeship and vocational training provider with a similar mix of employer-sponsored apprenticeship delivery, Ofsted oversight, and short-course commercial training.
• QA Apprenticeships: UK apprenticeship provider with a tech and digital focus but operating the same levy-funded apprenticeship delivery model as GTG and serving a similar mix of enterprise employers.
• HIT Training: Major UK apprenticeship provider focused primarily on hospitality, retail and active leisure but operating a comparable Ofsted-regulated apprenticeship model with employer co-funding and structured cohorts.

Broad incumbents

• Babcock International (Training Division): Large UK defence and nuclear services group that also operates a substantial apprenticeship and skills training business, including the former Skills Training UK portfolio. Comparable as a large-scale, multi-sector UK apprenticeship provider.
• City & Guilds: UK awarding body and vocational qualifications provider. Comparable as a broader incumbent setting technical standards and offering training infrastructure that overlaps with GTG's accredited delivery model.
• Pearson (UK Vocational Division): Global education company with a UK vocational qualifications portfolio (BTEC, Edexcel). Comparable as a broader incumbent that delivers content, assessments and credentials feeding into apprenticeship programmes like GTG's.

Emerging players

• MTC Training (Manufacturing Technology Centre): UK advanced manufacturing training organisation offering apprenticeships and technical training with strong employer and government backing, representing a credible emerging competitor in technical and EV-related training.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GTG_Training
• Facebookfacebook.com/GTGTraining
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gtg-training

Compliance15 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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