The UK arm of construction and real estate consulting firm Drees & Sommer has acquired RSP Consulting Engineers for an undisclosed sum.
RSP, established in 1987, operates within the financial institutions, hospitality, data centres and life sciences sectors.
RSP’s services, which include building services design, energy optimisation and infrastructure, enable Drees & Sommer to offer interdisciplinary services within the UK.
Drees & Sommer said RSP will maintain its operations as RSP Consulting Engineers - Part of Drees & Sommer, with the existing management team, and will undergo a rebrand to Drees & Sommer at a later date.
Steffen Szeidl, spokesman of the board at Drees & Sommer, said: “Joining forces with RSP represents a significant leap forward in our ability to serve the UK market. RSP’s distinguished track record in engineering excellence perfectly aligns with our vision of sustainable and forward-thinking solutions.
“This merger not only broadens our service capabilities but also enhances our geographical reach, particularly in Scotland. We are confident that this partnership will drive substantial growth and innovation, benefiting our clients and the industry.”
Kenneth Wood, managing director of the UK and partner at Drees & Sommer, said: “This merger not only strengthens our market position but also significantly enhances our service offerings.
“RSP’s unparalleled expertise in design engineering and strength in complementary sectors such as data centres and life sciences, combined with our extensive experience in sustainability and real estate, creates a unique synergy that will drive innovation and excellence.”
Graeme Fraser, partner at RSP, said: “By joining the Drees & Sommer UK team, we are poised to leverage their extensive resources and global expertise to elevate our service offerings.
“Our employees, who are the backbone of our success, will have access to unparalleled career development opportunities and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects.”
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