HGV Training Network

What HGV Training Network does

HGV Training Network (trading as In Depth Solutions Limited) is a UK-based aggregator and coordinator of professional HGV/LGV driver training, operating one of the country's largest networks with 50+ training centres across England, Scotland, and Wales. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Enfield, the company operates with a core team of five, functioning as a marketing, administrative, and quality-coordination layer over partner-operated training centres rather than a vertically integrated driving school. Its product portfolio spans core LGV/HGV licence training (Class 1 C+E, Class 2 C, and C1), mandatory Driver CPC qualification, and a range of specialist add-on modules including PCV Bus & Coach, ADR hazardous goods, HIAB loader crane certification, Ambulance driver training, Horsebox, and Trailer courses. Technology is limited to an online theory test revision platform that mirrors DVSA examination content, alongside an end-to-end administrative service that handles medical bookings, D4 forms, theory and practical test scheduling, and CPC processing.

The business model is predominantly direct-to-consumer, targeting individual career changers attracted by the UK's reported 50,000-driver shortage and £40,000-£55,000 salary potential for qualified drivers. Revenue is generated through bespoke, quote-based per-course pricing, with a secondary corporate B2B channel for fleet operator training. Distribution is entirely direct: website self-registration, a prominent freephone sales line (0800 254 5007), walk-in enquiries, and dedicated corporate business development. Two strategic partnerships materially shape the customer journey: an exclusive recruitment partnership with Blue Arrow for job placement of graduating students, and a financing partnership with Snap Finance enabling 'Train Now, Pay Later' terms of up to 48 months with a £1 deposit, which materially lowers the affordability barrier. The company is FCA-authorised as a credit broker (reference 803530), holds Logistics UK accreditation, and claims a 90% first-time pass rate, supported by 4.9/5 Google and 5-star Trustpilot ratings.

Operationally, HGV Training Network monetises primarily as a lead-generation and course-booking intermediary, with training delivery executed through partner centres. The company markets itself as a one-stop national solution, leveraging its network density, end-to-end administrative handling, and embedded job placement pathway to differentiate from single-site driving schools. No funding rounds, ownership disclosures beyond private limited status, or revenue figures are publicly available, and the lean headcount reflects a capital-light aggregator model dependent on partner-centre capacity rather than owned assets.

Name

HGV Training Network

Legal name

In Depth Solutions Limited

Website

https://hgvtrainingnetwork.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HGV Training Network is a UK-based aggregator operating 50+ HGV/LGV training centres across England, Scotland, and Wales, providing Class 1/2/C1 licences, CPC, and specialist certifications to individual career changers and corporate fleet clients, with job placement via Blue Arrow and Snap Finance financing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Driver Training

NAICS

Automobile Driving Schools (611692), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Driver & Technician Training, Certification & Workforce Management (THAIANAJ)

Keywords

• HGV driver training
• LGV licence training
• CPC qualification courses
• PCV bus training
• ADR dangerous goods

Headquarters

HQ city

Enfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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 Driver Training Courses: One-time professional services revenue from delivering HGV/LGV, PCV, CPC, ADR, HIAB, Horsebox, and Trailer training courses. Training is bespoke per student with pricing tailored to individual requirements and prior experience levels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HGV Training Network delivers professional vocational driver training across the UK through more than 50 training centres, covering HGV/LGV (Class 1 C+E, Class 2 C, and C1 7.5-tonne) licences, Driver CPC, PCV bus and coach, ADR hazardous goods, ambulance, horsebox, HIAB, and trailer courses. The company provides an end-to-end managed service that handles medical bookings, D4 forms, theory and practical DVSA test scheduling, and CPC administration. Complementary offerings include corporate fleet training packages and Snap Finance 'Train Now, Pay Later' financing with £1 deposit and terms up to 48 months.

Product overview

HGV Training Network offers a unified training platform providing professional driving licences and qualifications across the UK. The core offering centres on LGV/HGV training programmes for Class 1 (Category C+E), Class 2 (Category C), and 7.5 tonne (Category C1) licences, supplemented by mandatory Driver CPC qualifications. The product portfolio extends through specialist add-on modules including ambulance driver training, bus and coach (PCV) training, ADR hazardous goods certification, horsebox training, HIAB loader crane certification, and trailer towing courses. Corporate fleet training services are available for businesses managing multiple drivers. All programmes are supported by Snap Finance partnerships enabling flexible payment options. With over 50 training centres nationwide, the network provides coverage across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LGV/HGV Driver Training Comprehensive heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and large goods vehicle (LGV) driver training covering Category C+E (Class 1), Category C (Class 2), and Category C1 (7.5 tonne) licences, including medical examination booking, theory test preparation, practical driving lessons, and DVSA testing administration for individuals pursuing a career in professional driving.
• Driver CPC Training Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification required for professional bus, coach, and lorry drivers. Includes Initial CPC for new drivers, Periodic CPC (35 hours every 5 years) for existing drivers, and Transport Manager CPC for business operators.
• Ambulance Driver Training Category C1 ambulance driver training for vehicles between 3,500kg and 7,500kg, covering theory tests, hazard perception, practical driving, defensive driving, emergency response techniques, and ambulance vehicle controls.
• Bus and Coach Training (PCV) Passenger Carrying Vehicle (PCV) driver training for Category D (bus/coach up to 64 passengers) and Category D1 (minibus up to 16 passengers), covering public bus driving, private-hire coach operations, and various passenger transport roles.
• ADR Training Approved ADR (Accord Dangereux Routier) certification for transporting dangerous goods, covering Core, Packaged Goods, and all nine hazard classes including explosives, gases, flammable liquids, toxic substances, radioactive materials, and corrosive substances, with initial and 5-year refresher courses.
• Horsebox Training Specialist horsebox driver training covering Category B+E (car and trailer), Category C1 (7.5 tonne), and Category C (above 7.5 tonne) licences for professional equine transport operators and horse enthusiasts needing to transport horses safely.
• HIAB Training Loader crane certification for operating lorry-mounted cranes (HIABs), covering hydraulic systems, vehicle siting, safety checks, load indicators, operating procedures, and safe working loads, with Trained Operator Passport Scheme (TOPS) registration.
• Trailer Training Trailer towing certification course covering various trailer types, with single-day training available for drivers to gain confidence towing caravans, boat trailers, and commercial trailers up to 3,500kg.
• Corporate HGV Training Fleet driver training solutions for businesses, covering Category C, C+E, C1, and C1+E licences plus ongoing CPC training packages, including fully managed service for multi-location companies, regulatory compliance training, and fuel-efficient driving techniques.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% first-time pass rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Blue ArrowcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive recruitment partnership with Blue Arrow, one of the UK's largest specialist staffing companies, to help place qualified HGV drivers with major employers. HGV Training Network refers all passing students to Blue Arrow for job placement assistance, including CV preparation, cover letter drafting, and interview arrangement.
• Logistics UKminorOthersIndustry accreditation body whose standards HGV Training Network's training is fully accredited by, ensuring qualifications are recognised across the UK transport industry

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AA Driving School: Nationally recognised UK driving school that includes LGV/HGV training alongside its dominant car driving instruction business. Comparable on DVSA-aligned delivery and consumer brand strength, though HGV is a smaller line.
• Red Driving School: One of the UK's largest driving schools with HGV training as part of a wider portfolio (car, motorbike, LGV, PCV, CPC). Comparable as a scaled UK vocational driving brand but with broader category reach and consumer-car focus.
• BSM (British School of Motoring): Heritage UK driving school offering car, LGV, and instructor training through a national network. Comparable as a brand-led vocational driving training provider with established geographic coverage.
• Logistics UK Training: Industry trade body whose accreditation HGV Training Network relies on; also runs its own training programmes including Driver CPC. Comparable as an industry-aligned training provider and is also a regulatory touchpoint.

Others

• Driver Hire: UK specialist recruitment franchise for drivers and logistics staff. Not a training provider but directly comparable on the placement/employment side of HGV Training Network's Blue Arrow partnership and on the customer base of qualified drivers.

Direct peers

• The LGV Training Company: UK-based HGV/LGV training provider covering Category C, C+E, C1, and CPC across multiple centres with finance options. Closely comparable in licence categories offered, target persona, and bundled service model.
• Mentor Training: UK HGV and PCV training school offering intensive courses, CPC, and ADR with strong regional centres. Comparable in course breadth (HGV/PCV/ADR) and emphasis on fast-track licence acquisition for career changers.
• LGV Training: One of the most established UK HGV/LGV training school networks offering Class 1, Class 2, and CPC courses at multiple sites. Directly comparable in product mix, target customer (career changers), and DVSA-aligned delivery model.

Emerging players

• Realistic Training: Smaller UK HGV training provider offering Class 1, Class 2, and CPC courses with finance options. Comparable in customer profile and intensive course structure but with thinner geographic coverage than HGV Training Network.
• Easy as HGV: UK HGV/LGV training specialist offering intensive courses with finance packages. Comparable as a direct competitor targeting career changers but with a smaller centre footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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