The acquisition will allow Egis to continue to grow its capabilities
Egis, a leading global architectural, advisory, consulting, construction engineering and operating firm, has announced the strategic acquisition of Thomas & Adamson, a renowned property and construction cost and project management consultancy headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The addition of Thomas & Adamson will significantly enhance Egis’ project management and advisory capabilities for its clients across the United Kingdom and the Middle East.
Founded in 1935, the firm employs over 100 staff across the UAE and delivers cost and project management, building surveying, and principal designer services across all major sectors in the built environment, including commercial, education, sports, and hotels, according to a press communique.
In the Middle East, Thomas & Adamson has 14 years of experience, particularly in cost management, across various sectors. The Thomas & Adamson team will work closely and become integrated within Egis’ Middle East team.
Enhanced value
Together, they will deliver enhanced value to clients by combining Thomas & Adamson’s strength in cost management with Egis’ comprehensive project management and engineering offer.
“The acquisition will allow Egis to continue to grow our capabilities. Combining their regional strength in cost management in the region with our strong portfolio of project management we will strengthen and develop our client offering to deliver integrated solutions,” commented Alaa Abusiam, Chief Executive Officer, Egis, Middle East & South Asia.
“Joining Egis opens a world of possibilities for Thomas & Adamson. It enables us to engage with larger-scale projects and introduces our clients to a broader spectrum of services, particularly in sustainability and decarbonisation, which are critical in today’s world,” remarked Alastair Wallace, Senior Partner, Thomas and Adamson.
