Daniel Cormack Takes Helm At Calder Electrical and Scotbuild in GEG Capital Expansion
Deal News | Nov 29, 2024 | B Daily

In a strategic move to reinforce its presence in the construction and electrical sectors, GEG Capital, an Inverness-based investment group, has acquired two Highland contractors: Calder Electrical and Scotbuild. These acquisitions have enabled GEG Capital to enhance its portfolio, retaining all 55 staff members from both companies and appointing Daniel Cormack, a seasoned leader from within the group, as the managing director for both firms. Cormack, a graduate of GEG Capital's Emerging Leaders Programme, brings 15 years of experience into his new role and sees this development as an opportunity to advance growth and services in the Highlands. Under GEG Capital, both Calder Electrical and Scotbuild will continue to operate under their respective brands while leveraging the group’s resources for growth and innovation. The acquisitions highlight GEG Capital’s strategy of nurturing internal talent and expanding its footprint in the region.
Sectors
- Construction and Engineering
- Investment Management
Geography
- United Kingdom – GEG Capital, Calder Electrical, and Scotbuild are based in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Highlands of Scotland.
- Scotland – The entities involved are based in Scotland, with operations primarily in the Highlands.
Industry
- Construction and Engineering – The acquisition involves Calder Electrical and Scotbuild, reinforcing GEG Capital's position in the construction and electrical engineering sector.
- Investment Management – GEG Capital, as an investment firm, is expanding its portfolio through strategic acquisitions in the construction and electrical sectors.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEG Capital | Bidding Companybuyer | Company | An Inverness-based investment group specializing in strategic acquisitions to strengthen portfolio. |
| Calder Electrical | Target company | Company | A Highland contractor in the electrical sector acquired by GEG Capital. |
| Scotbuild | Target company | Company | A Highland contractor in construction acquired by GEG Capital. |
| Daniel Cormack | New Managing Director | Person | Appointed as managing director for Calder Electrical and Scotbuild, with 15 years of experience in GEG Capital. |
| Jia MacKenzie | GEG Capital Director | Person | GEG Capital director overseeing strategic direction and talent development. |