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06/2025

CONSTRUCTION TESTING SERVICES acquired by PHENNA GROUP

UNITED KINGDOM Industrial Services / TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) EV 1m EUR - 100m EUR

Context

The acquisition of Construction Testing Services by Phenna Group signifies a major territorial advancement for the group’s Infrastructure Division. The strategic logic of this transaction hinges on a geographic-lock maneuver, merging the target’s technical operational depth in Northern Ireland with the digital reporting and logistics framework of Simtec. This alignment equips the combined entity with the scientific talent and laboratory hardware necessary to address the increasing complexity of infrastructure validation across the UK and Ireland. This maneuver allows Phenna Group to finalize a structural bridgehead in the Northern Irish market, complementing the recent growth of its specialist businesses in London and East Anglia. By absorbing the target’s specialized technical assets, the acquirer gains an immediate foothold in high-stakes regional civil engineering projects and large-scale public works.

CONSTRUCTION TESTING SERVICES, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.3x).

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Target

Construction Testing Services is a Construction Materials Testing company based in Northern Ireland, specializing in the rigorous technical verification of structural components for the built environment. The entity provides critical diagnostic data for civil engineering projects, primarily focusing on the mechanical integrity of concrete, soil stability, and aggregate composition. Its utility resides in maintaining an accredited laboratory infrastructure that ensures construction materials comply with stringent safety and performance standards. By delivering empirical evidence for architectural durability, the organization acts as a primary risk-mitigation partner for developers navigating the complex regulatory environment of the Irish Sea region. Its competitive moat is built upon a roster of specialized technicians and high-precision testing hardware.

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Valuation range: EV 1m EUR - 100m EUR

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Target: construction testing services

Acquirer: phenna group