Green World Group - GWG

What Green World Group - GWG does

Green World Group (GWG) is a privately held HSE training and consultancy organization founded in 2006 and headquartered in London, with operational hubs in Chennai (India, Asia Pacific), Dubai (UAE, Middle East), and active classroom delivery across Saudi Arabia. The company holds NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner status — the highest tier — alongside IOSH, RoSPA, IEMA, OTHM, IIRSM, IASP, KHDA, and IRCA accreditations, and delivers a broad portfolio spanning NEBOSH (IGC, IDIP, PSM, Fire Safety, Environmental Awareness, HSW), IOSH (Managing Safely, Working Safely), ISO Lead Auditor courses (45001, 9001, 14001, 22000), IEMA environmental qualifications, OTHM vocational diplomas (Levels 3/6/7), OSHA 30-hour programs, NFPA CFPS prep, HACCP food safety, and government-approved Master/Post Graduate/Advanced Diplomas.

The business operates a three-revenue-stream model: (1) professional certification training delivered via classroom (28+ Indian states and Gulf cities), virtual instructor-led (MeritHub), and self-paced e-learning through a proprietary LMS at lms.greenwgroup.co.uk; (2) corporate HSE consultancy covering ISO certification advisory, HAZOP studies, fire risk assessments, process safety, and environmental impact assessments; and (3) manpower/HR placement services plus a CSR interest-free student loan facility. Pricing is per-course/per-program with course fees starting at approximately ₹10,000, EMI/BNPL financing via Tabby and PayPal, and a hybrid deposit-installment billing structure. Customer segments span working professionals seeking internationally recognized HSE credentials (primarily for Gulf/Middle East employment), corporate/enterprise clients needing compliance training, students/career changers using diploma pathways, and specialized food/pharma/healthcare verticals. GWG has trained 183,681+ lifetime learners across 195 countries, conducted 2,200+ NEBOSH IGC batches, delivered 2,528+ corporate HSE projects, and supported 5,858 placements.

Name

Green World Group - GWG

Legal name

Green World Group

Website

https://greenwgroup.co.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Green World Group is a UK-headquartered HSE training and consultancy provider, accredited as a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner, delivering internationally certified safety, environmental, and food-safety courses via classroom, virtual, and e-learning channels to professionals and enterprises across 195 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Occupational Health and Safety Training & Consultancy

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety, Compliance & Regulatory (OSHA/HSE/GxP) Certifications (EDAAANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

EHS Training, Competency & Culture Programs (BPAHAJAL), EHS Management Systems & ISO Consulting (ISO 14001/45001) (BPAHAJAF), Environmental, Health & Safety / Sustainability (EHS, Environmental Compliance CE) (EDAAALAO), Training & Competency Programs (Food Safety, HACCP, PCQI, Internal Auditor) (AFALANAF)

Keywords

• Occupational health safety training
• NEBOSH certification courses
• ISO lead auditor training
• HSE consultancy services
• Corporate safety training

Headquarters

HQ city

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Programs: Revenue from accredited professional courses including NEBOSH (International General Certificate, International Diploma, Process Safety Management), IOSH Managing Safely, ISO Lead Auditor courses (ISO 45001, 9001, 14001), OSHA courses, OTHM qualifications, and RoSPA courses. Courses offered in classroom, virtual online, and e-learning formats.
2. Corporate HSE Consultancy Services: Health and Safety Consultancy including HSE audits, risk assessments, fire risk assessments, ISO certification consultancy, fire engineering services, and process safety consultancy. Services cover industries including oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals.
3. Safety Diploma Programs: Government-approved diploma courses including Master Diploma in Occupational Health Safety Environment & Risk Management, Post Graduate Diplomas in Fire and Industrial Safety Management, Health Safety & Environment, and Food Safety and Quality Management. Also includes Advanced Diplomas and specialized safety engineering programs.
4. Examination Registration Services: Facilitation of examination registration with accreditation bodies (NEBOSH, IOSH, RoSPA) as part of course enrollment, with associated registration fees passed through to accreditation bodies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Green World Group delivers accredited occupational health, safety, and environment (HSE) training programs and consultancy services globally. Its core portfolio comprises NEBOSH qualifications (IGC, International Diploma, Process Safety Management, Fire Safety, Environmental Awareness, Incident Investigation), IOSH Managing Safely and Working Safely, IRCA-certified ISO Lead Auditor courses (45001, 9001, 14001, 22000), IEMA environmental courses, OTHM vocational diplomas, and OSHA 30-hour programs, delivered through classroom, virtual, and e-learning formats. The company also provides HSE consultancy (audits, fire risk assessments, ISO certification advisory, process safety) and government-approved safety diploma programs.

Product overview

Green World Group operates as a multi-platform training and consultancy organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional health, safety, and environmental (HSE) qualifications and services. The core offering consists of internationally-recognized certifications including NEBOSH programs (IGC, International Diploma, PSM, HSW, Fire Safety, Environmental Awareness), IOSH qualifications, ISO Lead Auditor training courses, IEMA environmental courses, OTHM vocational diplomas, and OSHA certifications. Supporting these are government-approved diploma programs including Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS), Masters Diplomas, and Post Graduate Diplomas in various specializations. The company delivers training through multiple formats: virtual online training, in-company corporate training, classroom sessions across 195 countries, and a proprietary E-Learning Portal (LMS). The portfolio also includes specialized courses such as HAZOP Study, Permit to Work coordination, HACCP food safety, NFPA CFPS exam prep, RoSPA accredited courses, and CPD certified programs. Beyond training, GWG provides HSE consultancy services including ISO certification advisory, fire risk assessment, HSE auditing, process safety consultancy, and manpower/HR placement services. The company holds NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner status and maintains training facilities across India, UAE, and UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,858 successful placements globally through GWG placement support
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered secondary, core and supporting.

• CPD Standards OfficesecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 July 2024CEO Amanda Rosewarne of CPD Standards Office participated as keynote speaker in GWG webinar on 'Choosing Health & Safety For a Successful Career', demonstrating collaborative marketing relationship.
• NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGWG operates as a Gold Learning Partner, the highest tier of NEBOSH partnership. This enables GWG to deliver NEBOSH qualifications globally including International General Certificate (IGC), International Diploma, Process Safety Management, and other HSE certifications. NEBOSH provides accreditation, course materials, examinations, and certification while GWG delivers training and learner support.
• IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved training partner for IOSH qualifications including Managing Safely and Working Safely programs. GWG delivers IOSH courses as part of its professional HSE training portfolio.
• RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoSPA Approved Training Centre for delivering accident prevention, first aid, and fire safety courses under the RoSPA HSE accreditation framework.
• OTHM (Organisation for Tourism, Hospitality and Management qualifications)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerGWG offers OTHM Level 3, 6, and 7 diplomas in Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management as part of its higher education portfolio.
• IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerGWG is an ISEP (IEMA Study Excellence Programme) partner offering Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management and Environmental Sustainability Skills courses.
• CPD Standards Office (UK)secondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with CPD Standards Office for certifying continuing professional development courses, enhancing credibility of GWG's professional development offerings.
• IASP (International Association of Safety Professionals)secondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGWG offers OSHA 30 Hour General Industry and Construction Industry courses certified through IASP, USA, enabling delivery of American safety standards to international audiences.
• MeritHubsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform used for delivering online class credentials and virtual training sessions for GWG learners across all programs.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• RRC International: Established UK-based health, safety, and environmental training provider delivering NEBOSH, IOSH, and IEMA qualifications worldwide with strong corporate training presence — directly comparable in course portfolio and target audience.
• SHEilds: NEBOSH-accredited training provider offering IGC, Diploma, and IOSH courses online and in-classroom globally, competing head-to-head with GWG in the same certification training category.
• Astutis: UK-based NEBOSH, IOSH, and IEMA training provider offering similar health, safety, and environmental certification courses through classroom, virtual, and e-learning formats — directly competing with GWG for global learners.
• NIST Global: India-based NEBOSH/IOSH training provider with classroom centers in multiple Indian cities and international reach — a regional peer directly competing with GWG in the domestic Indian market and Gulf-learner pipeline.
• Phoenix Health & Safety: NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner offering similar IGC, Diploma, IOSH, and ISO Lead Auditor courses globally, with comparable multi-format delivery and corporate training focus.
• ASK-EHS: India-based health, safety, and environmental training and consultancy firm offering corporate HSE training, audits, and certification support — competing with GWG's corporate consultancy and training services.

Broad incumbents

• British Safety Council: Long-established UK health and safety body offering its own training, qualifications, and advisory services across a wider portfolio — overlapping with GWG in training but operating as a chartered institution rather than a specialized NEBOSH provider.
• Chubb (Fire & Security): Global fire safety and security provider offering fire risk assessments, training, and consultancy — overlapping with GWG's fire safety engineering and consultancy services at enterprise scale.
• RoSPA: Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents — UK chartered body offering HSE training, qualifications, and consultancy. Overlaps with GWG's RoSPA-accredited delivery but operates as a broader safety institution.

Regional players

• MENA HSE training providers (e.g., Saudi/KUWAIT-based NEBOSH centers): Local NEBOSH/IOSH training centers in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and other GCC countries that compete with GWG for the Gulf-region learner population by offering in-country classroom delivery.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance25 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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