Serco acquires Climatize to bolster sustainability efforts

Acquisition set to expand market capabilities of sustainability services in the region

International public services company, Serco  has acquired multi-award-winning sustainability and engineering consultancy Climatize, in a move that will further strengthen the firm’s end-to-end capabilities to empower governments and businesses to achieve their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals and impact a better future.

This strategic acquisition solidifies Serco’s commitment to delivering top-tier sustainability and environmental services within and beyond the built environment sector, with the announcement taking place one year on from the successful launch of its Advisory with Purpose division, according to a press communique.

Creating a unique ‘first in market’ offering, the acquisition will blend the best of Serco’s international capabilities, regional network and expertise with the specialist skills and real-world operational experience from Climatize.

Unique offerings

Governments and businesses alike will now be able to benefit from a unique offering to the Middle East, with the acquisition being part of the company’s ongoing strategy to lead with purpose, embedding a sustainability-driven mindset in the heart of the work it does.

Founded in 2018, UAE-based Climatize, an ecological leader in green building engineering and sustainability strategies, will bring a wealth of consultancy-based services to Serco, the press statement continued.

“2024 is a pivotal year for us, and we’re thrilled to welcome Climatize to the Serco family as our commitment to sustainability goes from strength to strength,” commented Phil Malem, CEO, Serco Middle East.

“The acquisition will enable us to enhance our ability to contribute to more impactful and innovative solutions, whilst expanding our footprint into new markets and sectors, ensuring that the team remains at the forefront of industry advancements,” remarked Engi Jaber, Managing Director, Climatize.