The senior leadership team at Competence Matters will remain at the helm, ensuring continuity and smooth transition for both customers and new colleagues joining Kingdom. 

Kingdom Academy will now offer an enhanced proposition, leveraging its combined expertise, operational synergies, and tailored training solutions. Customers and colleagues will also benefit from Kingdom’s broader capabilities across security, cleaning, recruitment, and systems – backed by the strength of a group with over 11,500 colleagues and a turnover of £300m.

Terry Barton, CEO of The Kingdom Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Competence Matters team and their valued customers to Kingdom. We have been and will always remain an ambitious company with ambitious goals. This acquisition strengthens our existing Kingdom Academy training business and we’re committed to supporting the Senior Leadership Team in achieving our shared aspirations. Together and united, we’re positioned to deliver even greater value and innovative training solutions.”

David Hanley, shareholder, added: “After 20 incredible years of building and leading Competence Matters, the time has come for me to step back as I approach retirement. It has been a privilege to work alongside such a talented and dedicated team, and I am immensely grateful to every member of staff, past and present, for their hard work, passion, and commitment to excellence. Together, we have created a business that has made a real difference, providing invaluable training and qualifications to so many in the construction industry.

“The Kingdom Group is the perfect partner to take Competence Matters into its next chapter. Their vision, values, and expertise align perfectly with what we’ve built, and I am excited to see the opportunities this new partnership will bring for our colleagues and customers. Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey.”