Smithers Purslow, a UK-based firm whose core business is handling complex insurance claims, has acquired Byrom Clark Roberts (BCR), its northern and Wales-based counterpart.
Financial and other details about the acquisition have not been revealed.
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The acquisition will increase the consulting engineering and surveying firm’s headcount to more than 100 from 10 offices across the UK.
Handling complex insurance claims and solving legal disputes related construction/ property issues is core business of Smithers Purslow (SP), however, BCR main focus is outside the insurance sector.
The acquired firm offers similar services such as expert witness support and architectural consultancy.
SP director Stephen Fraser said: “BCR is the perfect fit for us – the firm is well-established in the north while we have a strong presence in the south and midlands – giving us a bigger UK footprint. We’ve known and worked with BCR for 20 years and the sectors they operate in complement our key areas of focus.
“Our proven ability to manage and simplify complex building issues has enabled us to avoid the economic stalemate caused by Brexit uncertainty and consolidate what is already a thriving business, broadening the services and support we’re able to give clients.”
BCR director Paul Vipond added: “Smithers Purslow is a growing multi-disciplinary company, similar to us, that shares our values of technical excellence, professionalism and integrity, and operates in comparable building consultancy fields.
“We bring to this newly-formed group our expertise in architecture and forensic/expert witness work which will enable all engineers/surveyors to work across a broader range of clients, projects and disciplines.
“Bringing the companies together extends our services to clients across the country, strengthening the Group’s national presence and reach.”
Following the deal, SP’s new board consists of its directors Andrew Bussey and Stephen Fraser and BCR directors Paul Vipond, Andrew Gooud and Shona Penfold.
