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JAMES FISHER TESTING SERVICES

Acquired by

PHENNA GROUP

UNITED KINGDOM Industrial Services EV [1m GBP - 100m GBP] 11/2021

Target

JAMES FISHER TESTING SERVICES

Acquirer

PHENNA GROUP

Context

The acquisition of James Fisher Testing Services by Phenna Group signifies a pivotal realignment of the industrial portfolio for James Fisher and Sons plc. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "portfolio-refocusing" maneuver, allowing the seller to concentrate its capital on market-leading niche sectors in marine, energy, and defense. This alignment provides James Fisher Testing Services with an owner specifically focused on the Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Compliance sector, facilitating deeper integration into a dedicated infrastructure network.

This transaction is part of the Business Services industry, which currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 11.3x since the beginning of 2026, 0.7% increase compared to 2025. This data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

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Target

James Fisher Testing Services is a Construction Materials Testing company based in Warrington, specializing in the rigorous technical verification of structural components for the built environment. The organization provides critical diagnostic data for civil engineering projects, primarily focusing on the mechanical integrity of concrete, soil stability, and aggregate composition through its network of accredited laboratories. Rather than offering generic consultancy, the firm utilizes specialized field-based technicians to deliver site-specific engineering services that ensure construction materials comply with stringent safety standards. Its utility resides in its ability to mitigate structural risk by providing empirical evidence for architectural durability in high-stakes infrastructure developments.

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Other operations with JAMES FISHER TESTING SERVICES

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