£45m turnover sustainability business aiming to double in size over next two years
A Manchester sustainability business is aiming to double in size over the next two years.
The Pilot Group provides technology solutions focused on energy management, electric vehicle charging, LED lighting services and traffic control systems to help clients become more sustainable, and cut costs.
It has just reported a 16% increase in revenues of £45m, and has plans for further growth.
The business, which employs 160 staff, added several new clients throughout the year and completed the acquisition of the urban driving environment division of Variable Message Signs, strengthening its traffic control systems portfolio and enhancing its offering of smart traffic control solutions.
It also opened a new office in the North East.
Managing director, Archie MacPherson, said: “Net zero was very much on the national and international agenda in 2021, particularly due to the prominence of COP26, and momentum continues to build.
“Furthermore, factors like COVID-19 and rising energy prices have meant that more customers are looking for cost savings, and sustainable practice is a key route to achieve that.”
He added: “Much of the growth we have seen this year can be attributed to emerging interest from businesses who aren’t sure how to reach their net zero goals. At The Pilot Group we help companies to find simple and efficient money saving solutions that are tailored to their needs.”
This year the business aims to increase its headcount and develop a wider suite of products and solutions. It is also planning to launch an advisory service, providing a fully managed service from consultation to implementing solutions.
Mr MacPherson said: “2022 is going to be a critical year for us.
“We are aiming to double in size, and add to our group portfolio, over the next two years. As we move closer towards providing a holistic advisory and implementation service for our clients, we are confident in our ability to support them to make changes that will lead to real, tangible impacts for their business, both in terms of return on investment and carbon reduction.”
