Marq-one
Marq-One is a UK-based IPC-certified training and electronics consultancy firm delivering internationally accredited IPC certification courses and bespoke competency assessments to motorsport, aerospace, and defence manufacturers from its IPC Certification Centre in Nuneaton.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2020
- Headquarters—
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Marq-one does
Marq-One is a UK-based IPC-certified training and electronics consultancy firm serving the motorsport, aerospace, and defence sectors. Founded in February 2020 by Mark Yearby — a Master IPC Trainer with over two decades of electronics and operational leadership experience — the company delivers internationally recognised IPC certification courses, including IPC-A-610, IPC-WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001, the IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, IPC-A-600, IPC 6012, and IPC 7711/7721, alongside specialised electronics training (ESD Control, FOD Control, Handling, Soldering). The consultancy arm provides competency assessment using a proprietary 3E framework (Education, Exposure, Experience) and conformance-to-IPC advisory work, with nearly 600 individuals trained and £2.5 million+ in client savings generated to date.
The business model is professional services delivered via quote-based engagements. Training is provided either on-site at client premises or at the company's dedicated IPC Certification Centre facility at Eliot Park Innovation Centre (EPIC) in Nuneaton, Warwickshire — a status granted by the IPC standards body. GTM combines enterprise field sales targeting motorsport, aerospace, and defence manufacturers with inside sales outreach, supplemented by event-driven demand generation (PMW Expo Cologne, Make UK Defence events) and digital acquisition through Google Ads and LinkedIn thought leadership. The customer base is primarily enterprise and mid-market, with named client logos including Toyota Gazoo Racing UK, Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport, and Speedworks Racing in motorsport, alongside various aerospace and defence organisations. Marq-One is privately held, founder-owned, and has grown organically without disclosed external funding; the team remains small (1-10 employees) following the recent addition of a second IPC trainer.
Marq-one firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Marq-one
- Legal name
- MARQ-ONE Limited
- Website
- https://marq-one.co.uk
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2020
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Marq-One is a UK-based IPC-certified training and electronics consultancy firm delivering internationally accredited IPC certification courses and bespoke competency assessments to motorsport, aerospace, and defence manufacturers from its IPC Certification Centre in Nuneaton.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Marq-one industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electronics Manufacturing Training & Consultancy
- NAICS
- Technical and Trade Schools (61151)
- SIC
- Services-Educational Services (8200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Systems Administration & Infrastructure (Windows/Linux) (EDAOAIAE)
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Marq-one business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- IPC Training and Certification: Delivers internationally recognized IPC certification courses including IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, IPC J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721, and specialist Space Addendum training. Revenue generated through course fees for individual certifications and organizational training programs.
- Electronics Consultancy Services: Expert consultancy for conformance to IPC standards, competency assessment, and operational leadership solutions for high-performance electronics manufacturing.
- Bespoke Training Programs: Customized training solutions tailored to specific organizational needs including on-site delivery and facility-based programs.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Marq-one product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Marq-One delivers internationally recognised IPC certification training (including IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001 with Space Addendum, IPC-A-600, IPC 6012, and IPC 7711/7721) and complementary electronics training (ESD, FOD, handling, soldering) to motorsport, aerospace, and defence manufacturers. It also provides electronics consultancy services, including a proprietary 3E Competency Assessment and Conformance to IPC Standards advisory work, delivered either on customer sites or at its IPC Certification Centre in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
Product overview
Marq-One is an IPC-certified training and electronics consultancy company serving the motorsport, aerospace, and defence industries. The company offers a portfolio of IPC certification training courses (IPC A-610, IPC WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001 with Space Addendum, IPC A-600, IPC 6012, IPC 7711/7721), complemented by specialised electronics training (ESD Control, FOD Control, Handling, Soldering). The consultancy services include Competency Assessment using the 3E approach and Conformance to IPC Standards. Training is delivered flexibly either on-site at client premises or at their dedicated IPC Certification Centre at Eliot Park Innovation Centre in Nuneaton. Bespoke training programmes address organisation-specific challenges. The company was founded in February 2020 by Mark Yearby and has trained nearly 400 individuals with £1.7 million in documented client savings.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- IPC A-610 Training Certification course covering acceptability criteria for electronic assemblies, including solder joints, pad coverage, solder flow, and inspection standards across product Classes 1–3, targeted at electronics assembly and inspection staff.
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 Training Certification course for cable and wire harness assemblies covering design, installation, and inspection requirements for wiring systems, targeted at motorsport and aerospace electronics teams.
- IPC J-STD-001 Training Certification course for requirements of soldered electrical and electronic assemblies, covering materials, processes, and acceptance criteria for reliable solder joints, targeted at soldering operators and inspectors.
- IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum Training Advanced certification addendum for space and military applications, addressing enhanced reliability requirements for extreme environments, vibration, and thermal cycling conditions, targeted at aerospace and defence electronics manufacturers.
- IPC A-600 Training Certification course for bare board acceptability criteria covering surface and subsurface conditions, conductor integrity, and laminate quality, targeted at PCB inspection and quality personnel.
- IPC 6012 Training Certification course for rigid board performance standards covering qualification and conformance requirements for printed boards, targeted at PCB manufacturers and quality engineers.
- IPC 7711/7721 Training Certification course for rework, modification, and repair of electronic assemblies covering through-hole, surface-mount techniques, and conformal coating work, typically a 4-day course with 2-year certification validity.
- ESD Control Training Training course covering control of electrostatic discharge in electronics manufacturing environments, including ESD prevention protocols and proper handling techniques, targeted at electronics assembly and handling staff.
- FOD Control Training Training course covering control of foreign object debris in electronics manufacturing, addressing cleanliness standards and contamination prevention, targeted at electronics manufacturing and assembly staff.
- Handling Training Training course covering proper handling techniques for electronic components, PCB production, and component storage, with focus on ESD and FOD control, targeted at electronics production staff.
- Soldering Courses Soldering training aligned with IPC J-STD-001 covering wire and terminal soldering, plated through-hole assemblies, surface mount technology, and inspection criteria, targeted at soldering operators.
- Competency Assessment Service Electronics competency assessment service using the proprietary 3E approach (Education, Exposure, Experience) to evaluate team capability in inspection, assembly, and measurement against industry standards, targeted at operations and quality leaders.
- Conformance to IPC Standards Consultancy Consultancy service ensuring organisations meet IPC standards compliance, addressing order of precedence between customer contracts, engineering documentation, and IPC requirements, targeted at quality and compliance leaders in high-reliability electronics manufacturing.
- Bespoke Training Programmes Customised training programmes tailored to specific company intricacies and requirements, addressing unique skills gaps and driving compliance with customer demands, delivered on-site at client premises or at the Nuneaton training centre.
Quantifiable outcome
- £1.7 million in direct savings for clients over four years
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Marq-one
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Marq-one technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature2 records
Marq-one partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Árón Taylor-SmithcorePartnership with 2024 BTCC Independent Champion providing brand visibility through race helmet and suit placement. Marq-One provides IPC-A-620 training to the team while Taylor-Smith's marketing team creates bespoke content. Two-way reciprocal relationship supporting both on-track and off-track objectives.
- Midlands Aerospace AllianceminorRegional aerospace industry association membership connecting Marq-One with Midlands aerospace cluster.
- ADSminorIndustry membership organization for aerospace, defence and security sectors.
- Toyota Gazoo Racing UKcoreTraining partnership delivering IPC-A-620 certification to team staff ahead of BTCC campaign. Enhanced racing performance attributed to improved wiring and harness expertise from Marq-One training.
- Make UK DefenceminorMembership in not-for-profit, member-owned defence trade association strengthening connection to defence supply chain and industry best practices.
- Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsportcore2026 BTCC season partnership supporting Árón Taylor-Smith in his drive with the team. Alignment of values around precision, ambition, and results.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Marq-one competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Blackfox Training Institute: Internationally licensed IPC training centre offering the full IPC certification portfolio plus custom programs, similar in go-to-market to Marq-One but with global reach rather than UK focus.
- EPTAC Corporation: One of the largest independent IPC-licensed training organisations, delivering the same IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, J-STD-001 and rework/repair curricula Marq-One offers. Closest direct competitor in IPC certification delivery.
- BEST Inc. US-based IPC training centre providing soldering, inspection, and rework certification courses across the same IPC family. Direct overlap in course catalogue and target buyer (electronics manufacturing quality/operations leaders).
- Solder Connection: UK distributor of soldering materials that also delivers IPC-aligned training and consultancy. Already an active partner of Marq-One, making it both a peer and a potential channel collaborator.
- STI Electronics: Combines IPC training with contract electronics manufacturing services, giving it both the curriculum and the 'real factory' credibility Marq-One emphasises. Closely comparable in messaging around competency and standards.
- ACI Technologies: US-based IPC authorised training centre operating an electronics manufacturing training facility, covering the same IPC certification standards that anchor Marq-One's curriculum.
Emerging players
- AIM Solder: Global solder materials manufacturer that also runs technical training and IPC-aligned workshops for customers; overlaps with Marq-One in IPC-related soldering/process training though anchored in materials rather than pure training delivery.
Regional players
- Intertronics: UK-based supplier of adhesives, potting, and bonding materials that complements its portfolio with electronics manufacturing training and process consultancy — directly comparable UK regional peer.
Broad incumbents
- TÜV SÜD: Global certification body that offers broader quality and manufacturing training programmes including electronics-related standards; competes for corporate training budgets but at a much wider scope than Marq-One.
- BSI Group: UK-headquartered standards and training organisation delivering professional certification and quality-related training across multiple disciplines, including elements relevant to electronics manufacturing compliance.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Marq-one social profiles
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Valuation estimate
Marq-one leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Marq-one funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Marq-one M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Marq-one
What does Marq-one do?
Marq-One delivers internationally recognised IPC certification training (including IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001 with Space Addendum, IPC-A-600, IPC 6012, and IPC 7711/7721) and complementary electronics training (ESD, FOD, handling, soldering) to motorsport, aerospace, and defence manufacturers. It also provides electronics consultancy services, including a proprietary 3E Competency Assessment and Conformance to IPC Standards advisory work, delivered either on customer sites or at its IPC Certification Centre in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
Is Marq-one a public or private company?
Marq-one is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Marq-one founded?
Marq-one was founded in 2020. It employs 1 to 10 people.
How does Marq-one make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. IPC Training and Certification is the primary driver. The others are electronics Consultancy Services and bespoke Training Programs.
Who are Marq-one's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Blackfox Training Institute, EPTAC Corporation, BEST Inc., Solder Connection, STI Electronics and ACI Technologies. AIM Solder is listed as an emerging player. Intertronics is listed as a regional player. Broad incumbents are TÜV SÜD and BSI Group.
Does Marq-one have an API?
No public API is recorded for Marq-one.
What industry is Marq-one in?
Marq-one's product category is Electronics Manufacturing Training & Consultancy. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDANAIAE, Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL), with a secondary code of EDAOAIAE, Systems Administration & Infrastructure (Windows/Linux). Its NAICS code is 61151 and its SIC code is 8200.