Headquartered in the UK, Phenna Group has grown rapidly over the last few years to become one of the world's leading Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance ("TICC") businesses by partnering with independent companies serving a variety of key, mission-critical sectors around the globe.
We are pleased to announce that Phenna Group has acquired MDS, a leading specialist provider of Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) services operating across Spain and Portugal. MDS, our 3rd acquisition of 2026, will join the Certification and Compliance Division and represents a strategic step in expanding Phenna Group's technical safety and compliance capabilities across Southern Europe.
About MDS
Founded in 2020 by Moisés Díaz Simón, MDS HIGH QUALITY PREVENTION has rapidly built a strong reputation for technical excellence and service quality, becoming one of the most respected safety consultancies in Spain and Portugal. The business is recognised by national engineering associations and has received multiple national awards for its contribution to improving occupational health and safety standards.
MDS combines a highly experienced core team with a well-established network of over 60 accredited professionals, delivering a tailored, client-specific approach with strong client relationships, rapid mobilisation and the ability to deploy nationwide within 24 hours. Its model supports complex, high-profile projects across construction and infrastructure, underpinned by a mission-driven culture focused on achieving zero accidents on site.
Moisés Diaz Simon, Founder and Director of MDS, said: "I founded MDS with a clear ambition. To raise the standard of occupational health and safety and to demonstrate that excellence, agility and genuine care for people can coexist in a highly technical consultancy.
Becoming part of Phenna Group marks an exciting new chapter for our business. Their long-term approach, international reach and respect for entrepreneurial leadership make them the ideal partner to support our continued growth, strengthen our capabilities and allow us to deliver even greater value to our clients across Spain, Portugal and beyond."
Phil Marshall, CEO of Phenna Group, commented: "MDS is an outstanding business with a strong technical reputation, an exceptional founder-led culture and a clear commitment to improving safety outcomes. Moisés has built a highly respected consultancy in a short time, underpinned by expertise, agility, and integrity.
MDS strengthens our Occupational Health & Safety capability in Southern Europe and aligns closely with our strategy of partnering with high-quality, specialist businesses that deliver mission-critical services to their clients. We are delighted to welcome Moisés and the MDS team to Phenna Group."
For further information on MDS, visit - https://mds-hqp.com/
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