3t strengthens Middle East presence with acquisition of GTSC

3t, the UK-headquartered training provider for safety-critical industries, is bolstering its presence in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt with the acquisition of GTSC, the largest energy training business in the Middle East

In its seventh acquisition since 2017, 3t, which has longstanding relationships in the region, has acquired GTSC from Al Mansoori Specialized Engineering, with more than 100 GTSC employees and several purpose-built training facilities. It runs an extensive array of industry-accredited technical, offshore survival, HSE, firefighting and road safety training courses.

With its recent acquisitions, 3t is set to see its revenue top US$100mn in 2024, following strong profitability and growth in 2023. 3t provides more than 600 different training courses at 11 global centres, training more than 100,000 people every year to the highest industry standards. Its training provision is marked by a strong learning technology offering which includes its world-leading simulators, state-of-the-art virtual reality and digital twin technology, as well as a host of digital learning solutions and programmes. 

With the training and development of skilled local workforces a high priority, the acquisition will ensure personnel in the Middle East in safety critical roles across sectors including renewables and oil and gas meet the highest levels of safety, compliance and competence. 

Kevin Franklin, CEO of 3t, said, “The Middle East is booming with projects across the whole energy spectrum; demand for world-class training and skilled workforce is high. Our offer of exceptional quality training and technology has proved compelling. The GTSC team has developed a strong business that is highly respected, with a track record that speaks for itself – we complement each other well, allowing us to invest and build a stronger service for our customers.”