Survey Solutions Expands with SurvaTec Acquisition
Deal News | Mar 27, 2025 | WestBridge Capital LLP
Survey Solutions, known for its engineering surveying and monitoring services, has acquired SurvaTec, a utility surveying specialist from Essex, marking their second acquisition since their management buyout in December 2023, supported by WestBridge Capital. This acquisition further positions Survey Solutions as a dominant player with now 14 regional offices and 200 specialists. The synergy created by this acquisition is anticipated to benefit existing clients such as Thames Water and Transport for London. The acquisition aligns with WestBridge's buy-and-build strategy, aiming for both organic and acquisitive growth.
Sectors
- Engineering and Surveying Services
- Private Equity
Geography
- United Kingdom – Both Survey Solutions and SurvaTec operate across the UK, and the acquisition impacts the UK's engineering and surveying landscape.
Industry
- Engineering and Surveying Services – The article revolves around companies engaged in engineering, surveying, and monitoring services which fall under this industry.
- Private Equity – WestBridge Capital, a private equity firm, is highlighted in the article for its strategic investment and growth strategy.
Financials
- Not disclosed – The financial terms for the acquisition of SurvaTec by Survey Solutions have not been disclosed.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Survey Solutions | Acquiring Company | Company | A leading provider of engineering surveying and monitoring services in the UK. |
| SurvaTec | Target Company | Company | An Essex based utility surveying specialist providing land surveys and geospatial solutions. |
| WestBridge Capital LLP | Private Equity Firm | PE Firm | The private equity firm backing Survey Solutions' buy-and-build strategy. |
| Ben Shearman | Managing Director at SurvaTec | Person | Managing Director at SurvaTec who continues with the business post-acquisition. |
| David Lowe | CEO at Survey Solutions | Person | CEO at Survey Solutions leading the company's strategic growth and acquisitions. |
| Peter Barkley | Partner at WestBridge | Person | Partner at WestBridge providing insights into the acquisition strategy. |