AEC Transaction News

Posted on: 12/19/24
Written by: J.B. Keefe

December 18, 2024 – Hollywood, FL – NV5, a provider of technology, certification, and consulting solutions, announced that it has entered an agreement to acquire Global Fire Protection Group (Global FPG), a provider of fire safety engineering, inspection, and consulting services. Founded in 2014, Global FPG is licensed to deliver fire services in all 50 U.S. states and eight Canadian provinces. It has completed projects in 39 countries. The acquisition was made with a combination of cash and stock and will be immediately accretive to NV5’s earnings.

December 17, 2024 – Toronto, Ontario - Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) (“Aecon”) announced the closing of the previously disclosed acquisition of United Engineers & Constructors (“United”). Aecon is excited to welcome the United team and looks forward to harnessing their enhanced nuclear and conventional power generation capabilities and client relationships to drive continued growth in the U.S. and priority markets.

December 9, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – Industrial Inspection & Analysis® (IIA), a growth-driven leader for inspections and certifications in over twenty industries, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Canada-based Kova Engineering Ltd. The addition of Kova, which has 15 offices across Canada, makes IIA the largest third-party lift inspection company in North America.

December 9, 2024 – Athens, AL – Morell Engineering has acquired Civil Group LLC, of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The civil engineering firms will operate under their respective identities, but each will add services through the acquisition.

SUBSCRIBE TO BLOG:
October 16, 2025

AEC THRIVE Recap: What You Missed

Missed AEC THRIVE? Here’s What You Need to Know Our opening keynoter said it best: “By standing still, you’re falling behind.” We’re here to give you a bit of a push in catching..

Read More
October 14, 2025

Planning to Exit in 5 Years? Read the AEC Ownership Transition Guide!

The difference between a successful ownership transition and a failed one often comes down to preparation. Most AEC firm leaders underestimate the complexity and timeline required..

Read More
October 9, 2025

PSMJ's Buyers

Looking to Meet a Buyer? PSMJ works with buyers from across the industry and is happy to make an introduction. Below is a list of PSMJ’s buyers that are actively looking to meet..

Read More