goFLUENT Expands Market Leadership with Acquisiton of Learnship Networks for Enhanced Language Training Solutions
goFLUENT Strengthens Global Leadership
In a significant stride towards enhancing its global footprint in corporate language training and assessment, goFLUENT has officially acquired the business operations of Learnship Networks GmbH. This strategic move, announced on January 19, 2026, positions goFLUENT as a key player in a rapidly evolving market that is increasingly shaped by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).
A Growing Demand for Language Solutions
As multinational organizations seek reliable and efficient language training and assessment solutions, the corporate sector is witnessing a trend of consolidation, particularly driven by the swift integration of AI technologies. Christophe Ferrandou, CEO of goFLUENT, emphasized the necessity of this consolidation, stating, “The timing is right. The corporate language training market needs to consolidate, especially as AI-driven innovations are transforming how organizations approach language training and language assessment at scale.”
The acquisition of Learnship—an established contender in the German market—underlines goFLUENT's ambition to lead the charge in providing companies with scalable and integrated language solutions tailored for global enterprises.
Leveraging Expertise and Resources
One of the most valuable benefits of this acquisition is the immediate expansion of goFLUENT's instructional capabilities. By welcoming Learnship's network of over 500 qualified language trainers, goFLUENT is set to enhance its delivery of corporate language training programs across diverse regions, languages, and industries. Ferrandou noted, “Language training remains deeply human,” emphasizing that the inclusion of expert trainers is ideal for fostering effective communication skills.
Enhanced Integration for Seamless Operations
With this acquisition, customers of Learnship Networks GmbH can now tap into goFLUENT's robust integration capabilities with multiple enterprise HR systems. This includes seamless connections to platforms such as SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, and Cornerstone. The inclusion of these integrations enables organizations to automate reporting, track language proficiencies, and manage learning data efficiently—allowing HR and Talent Acquisition teams to support corporate language training programs effectively and at scale.
Ferrandou states, “By joining goFLUENT, Learnship Networks GmbH customers will gain access to our enterprise-grade integrations and AI-powered learning tools.”
Balancing AI with Human Skills
The landscape of work is changing, with AI predicted to automate various functions and tasks across industries by 2030. However, the importance of effective communication remains an essential human skill. According to reports by McKinsey Global Institute, the increasing reliance on technology will necessitate enhanced social and emotional skills—key elements that define successful communication within a global enterprise.
goFLUENT aims to bridge this divide through its focus on integrating AI capabilities with human-centric training. With access to an extensive pool of over 1,500 language experts post-acquisition, goFLUENT's solutions are engineered to cultivate not only language proficiency but also the strategic communication skills crucial in successfully navigating the future of work alongside AI advancements.
A Commitment to Comprehensive Language Proficiency
As recognized leaders in the realm of corporate language training, goFLUENT offers an array of solutions designed to enhance business communication. This includes adaptive learning pathways and standardized assessments in alignment with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Trusted by Learning and Development, HR, and Talent Acquisition leaders at over 1,000 multinational corporations, goFLUENT's initiatives are pivotal in fostering a global corporate culture and in supporting employee growth and mobility.
Through its comprehensive language training programs delivered in 49 key business languages across 20 countries, goFLUENT is committed to equipping professionals with the necessary skills to excel in their roles within the increasingly interconnected business world. As the corporate language training market continues to evolve, goFLUENT stands ready to meet these challenges head-on, equipped with enhanced resources and a vision for developing effective communicators in an age of rapid change.