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OCS to Acquire EMCOR UK, Strengthening Technical and Engineering Capabilities


OCS has announced the acquisition of EMCOR Group (UK) plc, a provider of hard services and integrated facilities management.


The proposed acquisition will broaden OCS’s capabilities and increase its presence across the UK and Ireland, particularly in engineering and technical services. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals, with completion expected by the end of 2025. Both organisations will continue to operate independently until the transaction formally closes.


The addition of EMCOR UK strengthens our technical and engineering offering, bringing specialist expertise across critical sectors and enhancing our ability to deliver consistent, high- quality service to customers in both the public and private sectors.


EMCOR UK is recognised for delivering engineering-led facilities management services,


including mechanical and electrical maintenance, energy management, compliance, and support for critical environments. The business operates nationally across various sectors, including government, defence, healthcare, life sciences and commercial property. After the closing of the transaction, OCS will become one of the largest providers of hard services in the UK and Ireland, with a significantly expanded team of engineers, technical professionals and sector specialists. “EMCOR UK is a high-quality business with strong values and an excellent reputation among customers. By bringing together our two organisations, we are creating a company with deep technical capability, strong sector expertise, and a relentless focus on customer experience.” Rob Legge: Group Chief Executive Officer Integration planning is underway and will be carried out carefully, in line with our shared


values. Both organisations have a strong commitment to safety, compliance, innovation, and prioritising people. Our combined strengths mean we are better positioned than ever to support complex customer requirements at scale, with a service-led approach.


https://www.emcoruk.com/


Mecalux powers Coca-Cola HBC’s beverage storage with Pallet Shuttle technology


Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland, the strategic bottling partner for The Coca-Cola Company, has installed a new finished-goods warehouse with Mecalux’s semi-automated Pallet Shuttle system in Lisburn (Northern Ireland) This solution provides high-density storage, direct access to 9,000 pallets and strict inventory control, supporting distribution to the island of Ireland.


Opened in 2010, the Knockmore Hill production facility in Lisburn operates nine production lines and continues to expand its operations. It supplies beverage brands throughout the island of Ireland, ranging from Coca-Cola classics to Dr Pepper, Monster Energy, Powerade, Schweppes and Sprite, as well as various locally owned brands, including Deep RiverRock.


“As a fast-moving consumer goods company, speed is everything. We need to manage our warehousing, inventory control and distribution processes efficiently to optimise customer service and operate cost-effectively,” says Karl Quinlivan, Logistics Route to Market Manager at Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland.


The new warehouse maximises available space with Mecalux’s semi-automated Pallet Shuttle system, accommodating 9,000 pallets. The storage solution is equipped with four motorised shuttles. Once operators position them in the storage channels, these vehicles deposit and retrieve pallets autonomously. Mecalux’s warehouse control system enables staff to issue commands to the shuttles via a tablet.


The decision to equip the new finished-goods 6 September/October 2025 Irish Manufacturing


warehouse with Mecalux’s semi-automated Pallet Shuttle solution underlines Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland’s commitment to innovation. “By integrating new technologies into our manufacturing and logistics processes, we’re making steady progress towards Industry 4.0, enhancing efficiency and quality at every stage,” says Quinlivan.


www.mecalux.com www.irish-manufacturing.com


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