Nottingham-headquartered Phenna Group, which aims to invest in and partner with selected niche, independent Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) companies, has made its eighth Australian acquisition.
The deal continues Phenna Group’s growth in the region, whilst augmenting its entry into the building certification market.
Modern Building Consultants (MBC Group) is a building surveyor consultancy with capability in the retail, industrial, government, education, health and aged care sectors.
Founded in 2013 by Heath McNab and joined by Joel Lewis in 2018, MBC Group has a team of experienced specialist consultants based in NSW that also service the ACT, Queensland and Victoria.
Heath McNab and Joel Lewis, MBC Group Directors, said: “We are genuinely excited to be joining Phenna Group. This was clearly a very important strategic decision for our business.
“From our first engagement with the Phenna Group team, it became obvious that their commitment and focus to the continued growth of our business and their differentiated business model was the perfect fit for MBC Group.
“We believe we have a strong future together and look forward to working with Paul, Brett and their teams to grow our business and capabilities.”
Brett Coleman, Divisional MD, Australia, said: “It is very exciting to welcome Heath, Joel and their team to Phenna Group. Over the past ten years they have built a very strong business with an enviable reputation for technical capability within the Australian building certification market. I look forward to working with them to continue their growth.”
Paul Barry, Group CEO of Phenna Group, added: “I am delighted to welcome Heath, Joel and their team to Phenna Group. The addition of MBC Group supports our fast-growing certification and compliance operations in Australia.
“Their experienced team and extensive capability provide a strong base to grow our certification and compliance business. I look forward to working with Brett, and the MBC Group team to continue their exciting journey.”
Phenna Group were advised by Macpherson Kelley and Pitchers Partners. MBC Group were advised by Red Swan Partners, RSM and Holding Redlich.
