National Trench Safety (UK) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Vortex Training Group Ltd, a highly respected specialist training provider serving the UK civil engineering, construction, and utilities sectors.
This strategic acquisition marks a significant step forward in strengthening our offering of excavation safety training and competency across the UK. Vortex Training Group is a well-established name within the industry, with extensive experience delivering accredited training including EUSR, NPORS, and CSCS. Its comprehensive portfolio spans a wide range of site safety and operational training, from slide rail installation to abrasive wheel training, supporting the highest standards of safety and compliance on Civil Engineering projects.
Patrick Flannery, Managing Director of National Trench Safety (UK), commented:
“Vortex has partnered with NTS for a number of years and has established itself as one of the UK’s leading providers of high-quality, accredited excavation safety training. Their innovative courses — including the unique EUSR Slide Rail training developed in conjunction with NTS — enable us to offer customers not only quality excavation solutions, but also a full suite of training programmes to keep site operatives safe and compliant with regulations.”
Travis Noblett, Managing Director of Vortex Training Group, added:
“This acquisition strengthens our combined offering, enabling us to better meet our customers’ needs nationwide. We remain fully dedicated to raising industry standards, reducing risk, and keeping operatives safe onsite.”
Vortex Training Group will continue to operate as a separate trading entity, retaining its strong brand identity and specialist focus. The acquisition forms part of National Trench Safety (UK)’s wider expansion strategy for 2026 and beyond, significantly enhancing its capability and service offering within the Civil Engineering and utilities sectors.
Both organisations look forward to working closely together and to the opportunities this partnership brings for clients across the UK.
