Marvin OnumonuHercules plc has acquired the business and assets of Quality Transport Training Ltd (QTT) as part of its plan to grow the Hercules Training Academy in Nuneaton, West Midlands.
QTT is known for helping unemployed people get back into work through government-funded training schemes, working with local authorities and probation services.
QTT’s contract to run skills bootcamps for the Department for Education will also move to Hercules.
The deal will boost the capacity of the academy, which launched in January 2024 and has trained over 1,500 people so far.
QTT staff will join the Hercules Training Academy, increasing course numbers and broadening the curriculum.
David Vaughan (pictured, right), managing director of QTT, said: “We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built at QTT over the years, and joining forces with Hercules PLC marks an exciting new chapter in our journey.
“Hercules’ strong reputation, resources, and shared commitment to quality and innovation make them the ideal partner to take our business to the next level.
“We’re confident this acquisition will bring tremendous opportunities for our team and our clients, and we look forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of the Hercules Group.”
Brusk Korkmaz, CEO of Hercules, said: “The Hercules Academy was established to address the well documented skills shortages facing the infrastructure and construction sectors.
“QTT’s expertise in vocational training will, in particular, add to the fantastic work already being done by the Academy team.
“This is another important step for Hercules to become one of the UK’s leading providers of skilled labour and training for the infrastructure and construction sectors.”
