Logistics UK has launched a new partnership with Loughborough College Group’s Stephenson College, with the aim of boosting the number of HGV technicians entering the transport sector.
The collaboration will deliver Level 3 HGV Technician Apprenticeships at the college based in Coalville, Leicestershire, which was recently named a Centre of Excellence for technical and professional training.
Stephenson College – an apprenticeship provider with more than a century of experience in technical education – offers training across motor vehicle, HGV, forklift engineering, motorsport and other sectors, supported by longstanding industry partnerships.
Meanwhile, Logistics UK is a government‑approved apprenticeship provider and supports employers with advice on apprenticeship funding, levy use, and tailored training programmes.
David Jordan, deputy operations director at Logistics UK, said: “By combining Logistics UK’s proven apprenticeship delivery capabilities with Stephenson College’s renowned expertise in delivering technical and trade courses at the Logistics UK Academy, we are confident that we can start to deliver the capable, confident candidates the sector needs.
“The new partnership with Stephenson College will ensure that our learners can take advantage of the very latest technological developments in heavy vehicle maintenance.”
Jonny Watkin, Principal of Stephenson College said: “Our new partnership with Logistics UK to deliver the Level 3 HGV Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship reflects our shared commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce for the sector.
“This collaboration positions us to support businesses in attracting new talent, developing their people, and meeting the evolving demands of a fast‑moving industry.”
