A GROUND engineering and construction company has expanded with the opening of a new office in Yeadon as a hub for the North.
Akela Group, which is headquartered in Glasgow, has hit a key milestone in its plan for expansion into the English market by moving into new premises next to Leeds Bradford Airport.
The company selected Moorfield Business Park to act as a hub in the North of England as it rolls out its expansion plans.
The Akela Group currently operates across Scotland and is one of the country’s largest multi-disciplinary construction services and civil engineering companies, with over 300 employees, including a total of over 40 apprentices.
The new Leeds team is led by construction manager, Martin Leahy, who has more than 15 years industry experience delivering high-value projects for complex builds across a diverse range of sectors.
Further plans to expand the new Yeadon-based team are expected as operations continue to grow and develop in the coming months.
Having quickly established the new base, Akela Ground Engineering, part of the Akela Group, has already successfully completed its first contract at Knaresborough and is currently tendering for a variety of new housing and commercial build contracts throughout Yorkshire.
Mark Markey, Akela Group managing director, said: “We are seeing increased levels of demand for the wide range of ground engineering and civil engineering services, particularly in the North of England, and this move supports our ambitions to expand the company and meet the growing demand.
“Having Martin on board to lead the new North of England team will drive the delivery of services to meet industry demand. He brings a wealth of experience and I am confident he will play a pivotal role in growing the business, which will also bring an abundance of employment opportunities and economic benefits to the region and beyond.”
Martin Leahy, construction manager, said: “It’s an exciting time for the Akela Group and there is a huge opportunity to grow the business in the North and I am delighted to be leading the team at the new Leeds hub.
"I am passionate about collaboration and delivering insightful solutions for clients and l look forward to working on a wide range of projects as we realise the growth ambitions in the North of England.”
Established in 2003, Akela Group is a multi-disciplinary construction services company providing civil engineering, construction, piling and training solutions.
The team works with clients across the public and private sectors.
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