Egis, an international player active in architecture, consulting, engineering and mobility services, has announced the acquisition of Engeny, a renowned Australian water management, engineering and environmental consultancy. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both companies, enhancing their combined capabilities and expanding their service offerings across Australia and New Zealand.
This is the group’s second acquisition in the region this year, continuing its strong growth strategy in response to the increased demand for water security, sustainable water management, and infrastructure and climate resilience. With more than 250 employees, across seven Australian offices, Engeny is well positioned in water management, engineering and environment planning, enabling Egis to strengthen and expand its footprint in this evolving sector.
Complementary Service Offerings
Engeny’s diverse portfolio complements Egis’s extensive range of services. This acquisition will enable Egis to offer a more comprehensive suite of solutions, including:
- Water Management: Advanced water resource management, flooding, stormwater and waterway management, and water planning services
- Environmental Consultancy: Cutting-edge environmental impact assessments, closure and remediation, sustainability strategies, and ecological services
- Engineering: Innovative infrastructure design, civil, structural and geotechnical engineering, and urban development projects
The integration of Engeny’s local specialised services with Egis’s global expertise, will provide new and existing clients with enhanced, multidisciplinary solutions, driving greater value and success in their projects.
In sharing the announcement, Egis in ANZ CEO, Alex Yee said: “Egis has rapidly expanded its footprint in Australia and New Zealand to over 1000 staff in line with our strategic ambition to deliver more efficient, resilient and liveable cities. Engeny’s skills in water and environmental management are central to our global purpose to lead the way on climate transition. We are excited to welcome the Engeny team to the Egis family, and our growing scale and market exposure enables Egis to solve today's infrastructure and societal challenges in different ways through our unique end-to-end engineering, investment and operational solutions.”
Aaron Hallgath, Engeny Managing Director added: "We are very excited to bring our dynamic team of environmental and engineering professionals into the Egis family. Our client-focused approach, supportive and diverse culture, along with our growth mindset and commitment to business innovation, have been key factors in our success. We look forward to applying these principles across the Egis network of clients and markets. Joining the Egis group will provide us with a platform to diversify our service offerings and take our growth to the next level."
Global Commitment to the Climate Emergency
As one of the world’s leading engineering and operating companies, Egis is committed to fighting climate change and meeting the needs of growing populations by designing smart, green infrastructure, transport and buildings, in order to contribute to a more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Through its focus on corporate social responsibility, Egis seeks to integrate companies that share its values of responsibility and commitment to people and the environment.
Thomas Salvant, CEO of Energy & Sustainable Cities, stated: "The acquisition of Engeny marks a significant step towards achieving our climate goals, enhancing our water management, engineering and environmental capabilities, and driving sustainable innovation. I’m certain that with the complementary expertise from Engeny we will deliver top-tier environmental solutions and continue to lead in sustainable practices."
