UK, Ireland and MEA Region

The UK, Ireland and MEA region is the foundation of Phenna Group's global operations. Many of our earliest partnerships and acquisitions were established here, creating a strong and diverse network of companies that continue to lead in their fields. Due to the size and scale of this region, it is led by four divisional leaders who ensure close alignment and effective collaboration across our businesses.

Spanning the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and key markets in the Middle East, our businesses in this region offer specialist services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, industrials, built environment, compliance and certifications, and food and life sciences.

Our teams deliver expert Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Compliance (TICC) services through deep sector knowledge, longstanding client relationships, and a shared commitment to safety, performance, and innovation.

Our Divisions in the UK, Ireland and MEA

Our UK, Ireland & MEA region is one of Phenna Group's most established and diverse, structured across four key divisions: Built Environment, Infrastructure, Compliance & Certification, and Food & Life Sciences. This structure enables us to deliver deep technical expertise and regulatory insight across multiple sectors, including construction, environmental consultancy, public health, and safety compliance. Each division brings specialist capability and market-leading knowledge, allowing us to support complex client needs with confidence. The chart alongside represents the current distribution of services and operational focus across the region.

Infrastructure

Our Infrastructure division in the UK and Ireland plays a vital role in supporting the safe design, construction, and long-term management of civil infrastructure. From major highways and rail to energy, utilities, and property developments, we provide expert services that ensure infrastructure assets are built to last and operate safely and efficiently.

With a broad portfolio of specialists in geotechnics, geo-environmental consultancy, construction materials testing, ecological and environmental services, and infrastructure asset management, we work across all stages of infrastructure development from early investigation and design to post-construction monitoring and lifecycle optimisation.

Key Services Include:

Site investigation, including geotechnical, geo-environmental and CPT services
Construction materials testing (soil, rock, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, hydraulic mixtures)
Environmental consultancy, permitting, and compliance support
UKAS-accredited laboratory and on-site testing
Weld surveillance, NDT, and certification

Ecology, archaeology, arboriculture, and flood risk consultancy
Quarry, landfill, and contaminated land assessment
Infrastructure asset management systems and surveying technologies
Instrumentation installation and ground movement monitoring
Planning and technical consultancy across construction, landfill, and utilities sectors

Infrastructure Division Companies

Built Environment

The UK, Ireland and MEA region is home to some of the most mature, complex, and highly regulated built environments in the world. Our Built Environment division supports the lifecycle of buildings and infrastructure from design and construction to inspection, certification, and ongoing compliance.

We work across commercial, industrial, residential, healthcare, transport, and public sector assets to deliver services that help clients meet safety, sustainability, and legal requirements. With deep technical capability in building performance, regulatory compliance, fire safety, energy efficiency, and water hygiene, our teams are trusted by building owners, developers, and government bodies alike.

Key Services Include:

Building performance testing (e.g. air tightness, acoustic, thermal, and environmental assessments)
Energy certification and assessments (EPCs, DECs, TM44 reports)
Fire safety engineering, strategy, and compliance consultancy
Electrical testing and remedial services
Engineering inspections and statutory compliance assessments

Water hygiene, legionella control, and treatment solutions
Access and façade inspections for rail, highways, and commercial infrastructure
Product and system testing and certification for the construction and fenestration industries
Independent testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services for international building projects

Built Environment Division Companies

Compliance and Certification

In an increasingly regulated and risk-aware world, our Compliance and Certification division helps clients across the UK and Ireland navigate complex legal, environmental, safety, and cybersecurity requirements. Our expertise spans multiple industries, including construction, property, utilities, professional services, and government, ensuring businesses operate safely, ethically, and within the law.

Whether clients need to achieve health and safety compliance, gain building certification, assess energy performance, or improve their digital resilience, our companies provide trusted advice, accredited certification, and practical tools that support compliance and operational excellence.

Key Services Include:

Health and safety consultancy, audits, and CDM support
Environmental and utility compliance solutions
Cybersecurity assessments and certification
Workplace culture benchmarking and accreditation
Energy performance assessment, retrofit, and training

Legal and property-related search and verification services
Government-approved building services certification
Risk management and governance advisory
Specialist training, software, and membership schemes

Compliance and Certification Division Companies

Food and Life Sciences

Our Food and Life Sciences division plays a vital role in safeguarding public health, supporting pharmaceutical and MedTech innovation, and ensuring the quality and safety of products across regulated industries. Operating across the UK and Ireland, our companies deliver highly accredited testing, compliance, and inspection services trusted by clients in food production, veterinary health, clinical research, and pharmaceuticals.

Whether it's providing expert laboratory services, veterinary public health inspections, or drug and alcohol testing in sensitive legal and workplace environments, our teams offer precision, speed, and reliability, all backed by world-class expertise.

Key Services Include:

Drug, alcohol, and steroid testing for legal, workplace, and education sectors
On-site laboratory sampling, QC/QA services, and contract lab staffing
Stability, raw material, and finished product testing for pharmaceuticals
Veterinary compliance and inspection services for food safety and animal welfare

Batch release, certification, and regulatory testing for human and veterinary medicines
Analytical support for MedTech, clinical, and environmental sectors
Food hygiene, auditing, and public health assurance

Food and Life Sciences Division Companies

Why Choose Phenna Group in the UK, Ireland and MEA?

Phenna Group's roots lie in this region, and it remains one of our most diverse and mature operational footprints. With a strong foundation of sector-leading businesses, we offer clients the technical excellence, regulatory insight, and reliable delivery needed in complex and safety-critical industries.

Here's why clients and partners trust Phenna Group across the UK, Ireland and MEA:

Deep Local Knowledge - Our companies have decades of experience working in some of the region's most regulated and specialised sectors, from infrastructure and construction to pharmaceuticals, food, and compliance.
Scale with Specialism - We offer the reach of a national provider with the technical focus and agility of niche experts, ensuring tailored solutions that meet both regulatory and operational needs.
Fully Accredited and Trusted - Our network includes UKAS, INAB, and government-approved bodies, helping clients meet and exceed the most stringent standards.
Integrated Support - With in-region capabilities across testing, inspection, certification, consultancy, and compliance, we simplify complex project delivery and reduce risk.
Innovation and Investment - We continue to invest in technology, people, and partnerships to drive innovation and deliver long-term value for clients and communities.
Holistic, Scalable Solutions - Our breadth of expertise across multiple divisions allows us to offer a “one-stop shop” approach to complex customer projects and tenders, leveraging group-wide capabilities to streamline procurement, reduce supplier touchpoints, and deliver end-to-end solutions at scale.

Meet the UK, Ireland & MEA Team

The UK, Ireland & MEA region is supported by a dedicated leadership structure designed to ensure close oversight, sector-specific focus, and strategic alignment across all our divisions.

Each of our divisions is led by its own Divisional Managing Director (MD) and supported by a Divisional FD. These leaders are responsible for driving operational performance, supporting the growth of our businesses, and delivering outstanding client outcomes within their sectors.

In addition to our divisional teams, our Group Head of Corporate Development works closely with the Divisional MDs, business owners, and prospective partners. This role ensures that acquisitions are aligned with Phenna Group's values and integrated smoothly into our wider network.

Together, the team provides the strategic direction, financial stewardship, and sector expertise needed to maintain our position as a trusted partner across the UK, Ireland, and MEA.