____________________ Ropsley Ltd ( PJD Group Ltd . and PJD Mechanical Engineering Ltd .)
Independent but interrelated brands
Looking to the future and how the business
is approaching the energy transition , David elaborates : “ We are looking towards the developing markets of tomorrow , including emerging technologies like hydrogen , carbon capture , underground storage ( CCUS ), and small modular nuclear reactors ( SMNR ). It was with this in mind that we sought to acquire a company in Teesside , as that was the first net-zero hub in the UK to receive government funding . Piper Services specializes in skid mounted piping systems and indeed , fabricated the pilot CCUS plant installed in the UK for one of Europe ’ s largest power stations .
“ By constantly assessing the technologies that will aid the transition away from fossil fuels , and developing strong connections and relationships with technology providers , we will be able to understand and meet the
manufacturing demands of the future . For example : we have been working closely with a well-known global company who are developing SMNRs and now have a deeper understanding of what the group will require to participate in this supply chain . In hydrogen , we are working with several developers on pilot projects that seek to make green hydrogen a commercially viable alternative to fossil fuels .” The group is undergoing a significant rebranding during this transition phase . “ This will unify the businesses under a recognizable name that ties together the five components of the group ,” David explains . “ As we move forward and make further complementary acquisitions , we will have a house of brands that are independent but interrelated and able to come together when required .”
Aiming to add another two-to-three businesses to the portfolio in the next five years , David outlines the strategy :
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