The acquisition will see operations at Linwood, Newbridge, Glenrothes and Irvine in Scotland, and Colwick, Wesley Street, Sunningdale and Whetstone in England acquired by waste operator Biffa.<\/p>\n
The businesses handle around 800,000 tonnes of material annually, employ more than 600 people and operate a fleet of over 150 vehicles, serving commercial, industrial and construction and demolition (C&D) customers.<\/p>\n
Contracts have been exchanged, with completion expected in December. Until then, the businesses will remain part of Enva, with both companies working together to ensure a smooth transition for employees and customers.<\/p>\n
Biffa said the acquisition would strengthen its position in the C&D sector by expanding its collection and processing network across England and Scotland, while adding capacity to its commercial collections business.<\/p>\n
Michael Topham, Chief Executive of Biffa, said: \u201cThis acquisition is a strong strategic fit for Biffa and our long-term ambitions. It further expands our existing capability to recover and recycle materials the construction and demolition sector generates, as well as enhancing our commercial collections business.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe look forward to welcoming our new colleagues and customers, and to building on the strong foundations already in place.\u201d<\/p>\n
Enva continues to refocus<\/p>\n
For Enva, the agreement marks the final stage of a strategic refocus of the group\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n