WSP strikes deal to buy Ricardo for £363m

Ricardo’s HQ in Shoreham-by-SeaThe board of Ricardo is recommending shareholders accept WSP’s takeover offer of 430 pence per share, a 28% premium on the previous day’s 335p closing price. Ricardo is an automotive, environmental and engineering consulting...

Cohesive strategy shows potential for Vp

Vp chief executive Anna Bielby In the year to 31st March 2025, Vp increased group revenue by 3% to £380.0m (2024: £368.7m), with adjusted profit decreasing by 8% to £36.7m (2024: £39.9m). However, statutory profit before tax soared from £2.8m to £21.7m. Exceptional...

Plans in for £100m Digbeth ironworks regeneration

Hartwell’s Phoenix Yard plans have been designed by AHMMHartwell plc, the automative and property development company, has submitted its plans to Birmingham City Council for a mixed-use scheme in the centre of Digbeth. The plans are to transform a 2.8-acre...