The National College for Logistics (NC4L) has now been officially launched by the Group located in Leighton Buzzard, central to the UK logistics network. Students will begin studying in the 2026–2027 academic year.
The addition of this specialist college to the Group’s provision demonstrates its commitment to providing a curriculum fit for employers’ needs. Being based within the South Midlands, the College is perfectly positioned to accommodate the busy logistics corridor and hundreds of warehouses already located between the North and the South.
NC4L will offer a three-week Lean & Green Bootcamp introducing learners to the logistics sector, tailored to employer needs and focused on sustainability and efficiency. Participants can progress into employment or apprenticeship programmes, which range from Level 2 to Level 5, covering entry-level, supervisory, and management roles.
The College will also support those already in the industry with their professional development through apprenticeship standards aligned with industry requirements, short modular training courses, and a continuous learning model. A new curriculum for 2026–2027 is being developed, featuring data-driven logistics, AI applications in supply chain and operations and pathways reflecting evolving sector needs.
The logistics curriculum integrates practical training, digital systems, simulation technology, work placements, guest lectures, and project-based learning, all designed in collaboration with employers.
Yiannis Koursis, Chief Executive of The Bedford College Group, said: “The NC4L launch signals a new era for logistics education in the UK. It is focused on delivering industry-relevant training that reflects the pace of change in automation, digitalisation, and sustainability. We’re not just preparing individuals for jobs, we’re building agile, future-ready professionals who can lead and adapt in a fast-evolving sector.”
David Coombes, Head of NC4L, said: “I’m incredibly proud to lead this national initiative at such a critical moment for the logistics sector. The launch of the National College for Logistics is not just a milestone; it’s the beginning of a mission to redefine how we train, inspire, and future-proof the UK’s logistics workforce.”
To find out more information about NC4L, the courses on offer or to enquire about becoming an employer partner, visit National College for Logistics | The Bedford College Group.
