WSP acquires UK building services consultancy Hulley & Kirkwood
What's the deal? WSP GlobalDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → has acquired Hulley & Kirkwood, a UK-based building services consultancy, for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 1953, Hulley & Kirkwood employs about 122 people across seven UK offices, with a strong presence in Scotland.
What each side brings: Hulley & Kirkwood specialises in mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) building services, serving healthcare, defence, commercial, education and government sectors. WSP is a global multidisciplinary engineering and professional services firm.
What's the endgame? The deal strengthens WSP's healthcare and defence capabilities and expands its regional footprint, particularly in Scotland. It also deepens WSP's building services offer across the UK.
What they're saying: "Hulley & Kirkwood brings a strong technical reputation, deep sector expertise and an established regional presence, particularly in Scotland," said Paul Reilly, president and managing director for the UK & Ireland at WSP.
Andy Temple, executive managing director for property and buildings at WSP, called Hulley & Kirkwood "a strong strategic fit," pointing to its work in healthcare, education, commercial and government sectors.
From the target: "We believe this acquisition by WSP will provide incredible new opportunities for everyone in the business," said Michael O'Donnell, a director at Hulley & Kirkwood. Financial director Colin Lindsay said joining WSP would "maintain the hands-on, pragmatic approach that has always been central to how we work."
The signal: The acquisition reflects continued consolidation among engineering and building services firms, as larger multidisciplinary players absorb regional specialists to broaden sector coverage and technical depth.
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