We’re proud to announce a new partnership between Yusen Logistics (UK) and Baltic Apprenticeships, which will unlock £210,000 in apprenticeship levy transfer funding to help charities, non-profits, and NHS organisations access fully funded digital and technical training.
Over the next six months, eligible organisations will be able to claim funding for apprenticeship programmes in areas such as IT support, data analysis, and digital marketing – all at no cost.
This initiative aims to empower organisations that deliver vital community services but often face barriers to upskilling due to limited budgets. By reinvesting unused apprenticeship levy funds, Yusen Logistics and Baltic Apprenticeships are helping to strengthen workforces, build confidence, and create opportunities that make a lasting difference.
Clair Royle, Head of Talent and Development at Yusen Logistics (UK), said:
“Charitable and care organisations are the backbone of our communities. By transferring unused levy fund, we can help these sectors access the skills and support they need to keep making that difference.”
A Shared Commitment to Growth and Community Impact
Yusen Logistics first partnered with Baltic Apprenticeships in 2024 to launch its own IT apprenticeship programmes. Building on that success, the company is now extending its investment in people by reinvesting part of its levy to create new learning opportunities beyond its own workforce.
Through the apprenticeship levy transfer scheme, large employers can redirect a portion of their unspent levy funding to other organisations, ensuring that money dedicated to training is used to develop new talent rather than returned to the Treasury.
Charlotte Fearns, Careers Manager – Talent and Development at Yusen Logistics, said:
“Apprenticeships give individuals the chance to grow, gain confidence, and develop skills that benefit not just their careers, but the wider community too. Transferring a share of our unused levy funds is a powerful way to extend that opportunity even further.”
Natalie Young, Junior Account director for the Third Sector at Baltic Apprenticeships added:
“Yusen’s generous levy donation will open doors for charities and non-profits to strengthen their teams, transform the way they operate, and continue delivering vital support to the communities they serve.”
Supporting Charities Across the UK
The partnership has already supported apprenticeship opportunities with One Fylde, which provides person-centred support for adults and young people with learning disabilities and autism, and with ZONE3, a UK triathlon brand investing in digital skills to strengthen its growing workforce. With these initial placements, the partnership is having a real impact in unlocking training opportunities and building capability across diverse organisations – and with £210,000 now available over the next six months, even more charities and non-profits will be able to access digital apprenticeships that strengthen their operations and help them do more good.
“By using levy transfers in this way, we can help organisations make a real difference in their communities while supporting people to develop valuable new skills”
Laura Steward, Senior Account Director at Baltic Apprenticeships
Together, Yusen Logistics and Baltic Apprenticeships are showing how levy transfers can be used strategically to maximise the value of apprenticeship funding. Their partnership is not only creating immediate opportunities for learners but also building a framework that other employers can follow to extend their own social impact through skills investment.
How to Apply
If you’re a charity, non-profit, or public sector organisation looking to upskill your team through fully funded apprenticeship training, we’d love to hear from you – reach out via the form below.