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01/06/2017

McLaughlin And Harvey Acquires SOS Group

McLaughlin and Harvey has announced it has acquired the SOS Group in Belfast.

Established in 1969, School and Office Supplies Group has over forty-five years experience in the educational and office market as a manufacturer and distributor of furniture and equipment for nurseries, schools, colleges and universities.

SOS Group's offering of ergonomic workplace solutions and market-leading AV equipment will be integrated immediately into the McLaughlin & Harvey Specialist Joinery division, with a view to complementing the bespoke, purpose made commissions that the firm are renowned for.

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Philip Cheevers, Managing Director of McLaughlin & Harvey said: "We are delighted to bring the team at SOS Group into the McLaughlin & Harvey fold as it gives us the opportunity to further grow our construction work while also targeting growth opportunities for our Specialist Joinery offering across the UK and Ireland.

"In an increasingly competitive market we firmly believe the acquisition of SOS Group will be a true differentiator and allow us to provide even better service to our client base."

For over 160 years McLaughlin & Harvey Building & Civil Engineering Contractors has combined traditional values and experience, with an advanced innovative approach. The company operates throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, delivering quality construction projects and achieving excellence.

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