LJC Architectural Design Acquires Close, Granger, Gray & Wilkin for Expansion
Deal News | Dec 11, 2024 | B Daily
LJC Architectural Design, an architectural firm based in Teesside, has acquired Close, Granger, Gray & Wilkin (CGG&W), a structural engineering company. The acquisition aims to further expand LJC's service offerings by integrating structural and civil engineering, building surveying, and property management services into its portfolio. CGG&W, a firm with over 30 years of experience in high-profile projects including work for brands like Hugo Boss and the UK's Ministry of Defence, will move from its Guisborough location to LJC's new office in Redcar. This strategic move is expected to increase LJC's turnover to £600,000 in the first year post-acquisition, with job creation for up to four new positions to meet client demand. Director Rob Henderson of LJC expressed optimism about the business's potential and the enhanced capability to serve clients across Teesside. The combined company plans to undertake even more ambitious projects in the future.
Sectors
- Architecture
- Engineering
- Construction
Geography
- United Kingdom – The country where both LJC Architectural Design and Close, Granger, Gray & Wilkin are based and operate.
- Teesside – The specific region in North East England where the firms are located and conduct business operations.
Industry
- Architecture – The industry to which LJC Architectural Design belongs, focusing on building design and planning.
- Engineering – Pertains to Close, Granger, Gray & Wilkin's specialization in structural and civil engineering.
- Construction – Relates to the broader industry in which architectural and engineering firms operate, involving building and infrastructure development.
Financials
- £600,000 – The anticipated group turnover for LJC Architectural Design in its first year post-acquisition.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| LJC Architectural Design | Buyer | Company | A Teesside-based architectural firm acquiring CGG&W to expand its service offerings. |
| Close, Granger, Gray & Wilkin (CGG&W) | Target | Company | A respected structural engineering firm with over 30 years of experience, acquired by LJC Architectural Design. |
| Hugo Boss | Client | Company | One of the high-profile clients CGG&W has worked with. |
| Ministry of Defence | Client | Government | A government client for whom CGG&W has completed projects. |
| Rob Henderson | Director, Head of Design | Person | Director and head of design at LJC Architectural Design. |