Birmingham and Nottingham property consultancies reveal merger

Birmingham-headquartered real estate consultancy Naismiths and Nottingham construction and property consultancy, Edmond Shipway, have merged.

The combined group will come under the leadership of Naismith’s Ben Harwood as chief executive.

He said: “By joining forces, Edmond Shipway and Naismiths will be better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry. By combining our strengths, we are creating a powerhouse with significant expertise and efficiency.”

David Stevenson, director at Edmond Shipway said: “Bringing together the two companies represents more than just a combination of resources; it embodies a strategic alliance aimed at forging a stronger, wider and more capable service offering for our clients. As we unite our expertise, cultures, and visions, we embark on an exciting journey of accelerated growth and innovation. We anticipate the alliance will herald new opportunities for our employees, clients, and stakeholders alike, fostering a dynamic environment against the backdrop of our existing commitment to delivering exceptional project outcomes for our clients.”

Clients of Edmond Shipway and Naismiths can expect a “seamless transition” with both businesses continuing to trade under their respective brands with no changes to existing management teams or staff members.

Principal advisors to Naismiths and Edmond Shipway were Beechbrook Capital, Clairfield, Gowling, and Higgs.