WTech Fire Group makes 10th acquisition with cork-based Safety Tech Fire
WTech Fire Group (WTech) has announced the completion of its 10th deal in three years with the acquisition of Safety Tech Fire.
Founded in 2001, Cork-based Safety Tech Fire specialises in the supply, installation, commissioning, servicing, and repair of fire safety systems. With some 26 experienced professionals across two offices in Cork, and carrying out 10,000 services annually, it works with management companies, hotels, government agencies, schools, universities, and multinational corporations.
WTech has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, and Safety Tech Fire is just the latest company to join the expanding group of fire protection, detection, and maintenance specialists.
WTech is a leader in the design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of water-based and gaseous fire protection systems, and is now one of Europe’s largest fire protection groups, with an annual turnover of €136 million.
Employing more than 600 people, WTech is headquartered in Mullingar, where its modular systems are designed using 3D BIM technology and fabricated to clients’ specific requirements in an off-site manufacturing facility.
Ted Wright, CEO of Wtech Fire Group, said: “Safety Tech Fire is a great business supported by a team of excellent people. This deal represents the continued realisation of our strategy to grow our business and strengthen our position as a leader in fire safety.
“We are excited about the future prospects for our growing group and look forward to working with Patrick and the team to build on their successes to date.
“We are unwavering in our commitment to protecting lives, property, the environment, and our communities. We achieve that through prevention, preparedness, collaboration and response. The addition of Safety Tech Fire perfectly aligns with and strengthens this mission.”
Safety Tech Fire managing director Patrick O’Donovan said he and his colleauges are delighted to embark on a new chapter with WTech Fire Group, “a trusted and strategic partner for our busines”s.
“Over the last 22 years, Safety Tech Fire has built a reputation for delivering exceptional service and maintaining strong client relationships, and I remain committed to leading the business with the same dedication to quality, personal values, and client care that have defined our success to date.
“I would like to acknowledge the role my parents played during the first eight years of the business. The kitchen table served as my office, the garage as our storage space, my father managed logistics, and my mother handled the bookkeeping.
“I would also like to extend my gratitude to my wife, Louise, who served as a director for 12 years and played an instrumental role in the growth of the company. The early days of the company are just as significant as where we stand today.”