Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine - Issue 222 July | Page 136

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transport infrastructure. Our core strength lies in our expertise with concrete floors, but we are also known for providing end-to-end project management, including design and build services. Today, we operate throughout the entirety of the UK. For instance, we once completed a project in Dover while simultaneously working on another in Wick, with our headquarters located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. We continue to grow through a combination of long-term client relationships and a strong focus on quality and safety standards,” he informs.
Organic growth
Over the years, ACREO has diversified its expertise across various sectors, including agriculture, energy, distilleries, retail, and industry.“ This diversification was driven by client demand and a conscious decision to grow the business sustainably. Initially, we focused purely on concrete works, but as we developed strong relationships, clients began asking if we could take on more responsibilities, such as civil works, full builds, and specialist fit outs. Rather than staying in a single niche, we recognized the opportunity to expand into sectors like agriculture, energy, distilleries, retail, and industrial projects. Each of these sectors presents its own challenges, but this variety keeps our work interesting and motivates our team to keep improving. Notably, we have had the most success in industrial and commercial projects like warehouses, production facilities, and transport depots, where our concrete and civil work expertise truly shine. That said, we have also established a solid reputation in the distillery and energy sectors, especially in Scotland,” Drew highlights.
As part of its expansion strategy, ACREO established its subsidiary, East West Flooring, 136