Universal Engineering Sciences Merges with GFA International
January 17, 2020
Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) announced a merger with GFA International, Inc., combining complementary engineering, environmental and materials testing services to expand their geographic footprint across Florida, the Southeast and Mid‑Atlantic. The combined firm will operate 26 offices with more than 1,200 employees and will integrate operations during 2020 while keeping current leadership in place.
- Buyers
- Universal Engineering Sciences (UES)
- Targets
- GFA International, Inc.
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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