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14/03/2011

Atkins Acquires Complementary Skills In The Power Generation Sector

Atkins has acquired the Technical Services Scotland (TSS) consultancy and technical support team from RWE npower's Bellshill Technical Services group for a cash consideration of £785,000.

The 29-strong TSS consultancy team brings expertise in electrical and process engineering, control and instrumentation, metallurgy and site-based testing and diagnostics for power generation facilities. These skills, when added to Atkins' strength in power sector mechanical, structural and civil engineering provide the Group with an even stronger platform from which to grow in the energy sector.

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Keith Clarke, Chief Executive, said: "This acquisition of complementary skills strengthens the energy consultancy services we can offer for the design of new power generation facilities and the life extension of existing assets. In particular, the team has extensive experience in site-based testing and diagnostics which will enable Atkins to provide power generation clients with a complete asset condition review and advice on the safest, most cost effective solution to a wide range of issues."

TSS also brings industry leading expertise in biomass generation and in establishing grid connections to wind farms which will help to place Atkins at the forefront of other developing energy technologies that will form part of the future power generation mix.

(CD/GK)

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