Smart Energy Training приобрела компанию SWAT Gas, став четвертым сделкой в 2026 году

The acquisition marks the fourth purchase completed by Smart Energy Training in 2026 Smart Energy Training has finalised the purchase of Redditch-based SWAT Gas from owner and director Reuben Smith, further expanding its gas, plumbing, heating and renewable energy offering. The acquisition was completed this week for an undisclosed sum, representing the fourth purchase completed by Smart Energy Training in 2026, following on from Energy Training Centre in Nottingham, Stourbridge’s Elements Training & Assessment and Brookhouse in Yorkshire. SWAT Gas, formed in 1999, currently supports around 2,000 engineers a year in securing vital training qualifications, such as the ACS (Accredited Certification Scheme) and the Managed Learning Programme for new entrants to the industry. Paul Drew, Director of Smart Energy Training, said: “As well as continuing the excellent programmes the team at SWAT Gas has offered, we will also expand the offering by rolling out apprenticeships. In addition to working with existing learners, Drew said they were keen to partner with West Midlands Combined Authority to support local projects and further bolster the pipeline of skilled professionals, helping to meet the growing demand for the trade and driving job creation across the region. Smart Energy Training also has two further sites in the East Midlands in Ashbourne and Lutterworth. SWAT Gas was formed by Reuben’s father Christopher Smith and his business partner Terry Cobain in 1999. There are eight trainer assessors, made up of five full-time staff and supporting freelance contractors. Reuben said: “This investment will allow the business to grow far bigger and far stronger than we could on our own. I’m delighted that Smart Energy Training shares our vision and I’m looking forward to being a very interested observer and see how our colleagues and customers continue to grow and develop.” Smart Energy Training became part of the Realise Training Group in March last year. Realise is currently one of the largest training providers in the UK, offering apprenticeships and adult skills programmes to more than 18,500 people each year. Realise Training Group was acquired by AQA in October last year, becoming an independent subsidiary of the not-for-profit education charity.