27/02/2026
Last year, TLS brought its 'In Numbers' series to social media, offering a snapshot of the company’s scale and highlighting its position as a leading light in managed support services across the UK’s highways sector.
In case you missed it, here's an insight into what you get when you trust us with your managed support. Here is what TLS looks like in numbers:
> 4 Divisions
Working together to deliver high-quality managed support with a shared focus on safety, reliability and customer service.
> 25 Staff
Supporting UK-wide operations through careful planning, coordination and round-the-clock responsiveness.
> 1,500 Fully Trained Operatives
Providing nationwide coverage and placing TLS among the largest managed support providers in the sector.
> 200 Crews Out Every Week
Trusted by contractors to keep projects running safely and efficiently across the network.
> 13,000 Shifts Serviced Per Month
A significant level of operational output across the UK’s highways.
> 250 Specialist Vehicles
From vans and 3.5-tonne TM units to Impact Protection Vehicles, welfare units, service vehicles and an expanding EV fleet - ensuring rapid response and reliable delivery at scale.
> £2 Million Investment
Further committed into fleet, infrastructure, systems and service capability to support continued growth.
> 15 Years in the Industry
Marking a decade and a half of steady progression within the highways sector.
> 6 Years Under the Current Managing Director
A period that has seen focused expansion and strategic development.
> A Growing National Footprint
With operational locations in Retford, Hensall, Manchester and Newbury - and further South East expansion to follow - TLS continues to strengthen its nationwide coverage.
These figures do not simply represent growth over the last few years.
They reflect the capability, commitment and strong foundations that position TLS to continue supporting the UK’s traffic management industry long into the future.
