Lagan Construction And H&J Martin Announce Merger

Building firms H&J Martin has joined the Lagan Construction Group of companies.

H&J Martin will continue to trade under their existing brand name, the entity will come under the structures of the Lagan Construction Group of companies.

Lagan Construction Group will employ over 900 people with a turnover in excess of £300 million making them one of the largest construction and civil engineering groups on the island of Ireland.

Colin Loughran, Chief Executive of Lagan Construction Group, said: "I am pleased to announce that H&J Martin will now form part of the Lagan Construction Group. As two family owned and run businesses there are many similarities and synergies between Lagan Construction Group and H& J Martin. This will enable Lagan Construction Group to offer new integrated services to clients in both the domestic and international marketplace."

Derek Martin, Managing Director of H&J Martin said: "We are excited by this opportunity and are looking forward to working with our new colleagues, within the Lagan Construction Group of companies."

(CD)