Specialist engineering services provider, Ipsum Group, has announced its acquisition of network integration, control and automation specialists Core Control Solutions Ltd.
Ipsum says the announcement marks a big step forward in its growth plans, with the acquisition bringing an additional specialist capability and team of experts to the business. Integration, control and automation systems play a critical role in the successful operation of the UK’s major infrastructure including the power, water and transport sectors. Core Controls has broad multi-sector experience with particular experience in installing and maintaining the control systems that ensure the safe and efficient operation of renewable energy projects, tunnels, and airports.
Andrew Cowan, CEO at Ipsum, said:
“Our latest acquisition marks another key moment in the Ipsum growth story. It also reinforces our commitment to driving resilient Power and Water infrastructure for communities and businesses across the UK.
“By uniting Ipsum’s existing specialist engineering capabilities with Core Controls, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver end-to-end solutions for our clients more seamlessly and efficiently, whilst also allowing us to deploy our existing skills into additional infrastructure sectors.
“I’m excited to welcome the whole Core Controls team to Ipsum and look forward to what we can achieve together.”
Mark Brown, Director at Core Control Solutions Ltd, said:
“Joining forces with Ipsum marks an exciting new chapter for Core Controls. We are proud of what we’ve built over the years and are thrilled to become part of a team that shares our values of innovation, quality, and service excellence.
“This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver even greater value to our clients and opens up new opportunities for growth and collaboration across the Power and Water sectors.
“We’re delighted to be part of the Ipsum journey and look forward to working together to build a stronger, more integrated future.”
Ipsum provides engineering services in the Power, Water, Infrastructure and Telecoms sectors. It works in partnership with customers across regulated and nonregulated environments to optimise asset performance, supporting the security and resilience of critical networks.
