Carillion’s UK facilities management contracts to be acquired by BGIS

BGIS, a leading Canadian property management firm, has announced that it is set to take on a large portfolio from Carillion’s facilities management business within the UK.

This will see BGIS becoming responsible for the management of a number of buildings including hospitals, schools, justice facilities, transport services and emergency service centres across the UK.

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"We are excited to welcome the more than 2500 Carillion employees that will join the BGIS team upon closing,” said Gord Hicks, Chief Executive Officer, BGIS. “This deal provides continuity of services for a large number of customers providing critical infrastructure within the UK Market.”

“Our team is looking forward to engaging both customers and employees in the days ahead to effect the transaction and ensure a smooth transition.”

The acquisition is a significant step towards BGIS’ strategy of continuing to expand globally in the aim of becoming a world leader in real estate and facilities management.

“With this transaction, we look forward to building a large presence in the UK facilities management market and providing customers with the same industry leading service and capabilities that we do throughout the globe,” said Mark Marquis, Chief Commercial Officer BGIS.

The transaction is expected to close in Q1 2018.