Birmingham and Nottingham property consultancies unveil merger

Birmingham-headquartered property consultancy Naismiths and Nottingham-based property and construction consultancy Edmond Shipway have merged.

The combined group will be led by Naismith’s Ben Harwood as chief executive.

He said: “By joining forces, Edmond Shipway and Naismiths will be better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our customers and the industry. By combining our strengths, we create a force with significant expertise and efficiency.”

David Stevenson, Director of Edmond Shipway said: “The coming together of the two companies is more than just a combination of resources; it embodies a strategic alliance designed to create a stronger, broader and more capable service offering for our customers. As we merge our expertise, cultures and visions, we embark on an exciting journey of accelerated growth and innovation. We anticipate that the alliance will bring new opportunities for employees, clients and stakeholders alike, fostering a dynamic environment against the backdrop of our existing commitment to delivering exceptional project outcomes for our clients.”

Customers of Edmond Shipway and Naismiths can expect a “seamless transition”, with both companies continuing to trade under their respective brands with no changes to existing management teams or staff.

Lead advisers to Naismiths and Edmond Shipway were Beechbrook Capital, Clairfield, Gowling and Higgs.