Compliance expands fire and aviation services through acquisitions

West Midlands HSL Compliance has acquired Lancashire-based RJ Urmson Group, renowned for its expertise in fire and aviation compliance.

The acquisition marks HSL Compliance’s entry into fire and air ventilation safety and compliance services, complementing the already established water safety team.

Following the acquisition, owner Robert Urmson and his daughter Christina Urmson will continue to lead RJ Urmson Group, and the company will continue to operate under its current brand.

HSL’s regulatory compliance department helps clients meet regulatory requirements and create a safe living and working environment.

Established in 1992, RJ Urmson Group is based in Chorley, Lancashire and offers a range of services including passive fire protection, ventilation validation, ventilation commissioning and water treatment solutions nationwide.

Robert Urmson, managing director of RJ Urmson, said: “We are a family-owned business that has been working with many of our clients for over 30 years, so it is great to begin the next chapter of growth as part of HSL Compliance, a company that shares our ambitions and values. Our combined capabilities will enable us to deepen our offering and provide new opportunities for our dedicated staff.”

The HSL Compliance transactions team was led by Tom Taylor and Gavin Hartley, with external financial support from Ross Wiggins of Menzies (London) and legal support from Arpinder Dhillon of Harrison Clark Rickerby (Ross-on-Wye).

The RJ Urmson Group was advised by Jon Else, Lewis Pearson and Ben Fallows of DTE Corporate Finance, with legal support from Simon Wallwork and Mark Warburton of Slater Heelis (Manchester).