NSG UK buys Wrexham-based Empire Scaffolding

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SCAFFOLDING firm NSG UK Ltd has announced the acquisition of Wrexham-based Empire Scaffolding.

NSG is one of the country’s top suppliers of scaffolding and industrial services, with a turnover of £18million and more than 320 employees.

Managing director Mike Carr said: “Empire is a well respected business and we are delighted to have incorporated it into NSG.

“Empire has a strong client base including Kraft (formerly Cadbury’s) at Chirk and British Waterways, and this will help NSG to expand further into a variety of sectors and regions across the UK.

“Empire director Barry Hart has a wealth of experience within the scaffolding industry and we are pleased that he will be working closely with NSG to continue to develop the existing contracts and oversee new business opportunities.”

NSG increased turnover by 10% over the past year to £18million.

Via: www.dailypost.co.uk
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