Professional Services


HSBC is considering making a bid for South Africa’s Nedbank, majority owned by the insurance group Old Mutual, it has been reported.

According to a report by Sky News, HSBC has appointed investment bank Lazard to advise on a possible takeover.


The proposed acquisition will expand URS’s infrastructure capabilities in the UK across a range of markets, including rail and transit, transportation infrastructure, and ports and harbors.


Inspectorate ranks among the global leaders in commodities testing and inspection, a market which covers a wide range of inspection and laboratory testing services for oil and petrochemical products, metals and minerals, and agricultural products.

Founded in 1885 and headquartered in Witham, UK, the company operates from 150 laboratories in 60 countries, employing over 7,000 people.


Technip KT India is enjoying a period of phenomenal growth. CEO Ram Kishore Iruvanti talks to Gay Sutton about his strategy for innovation and remaining ahead of the competition.

 

 

 

 

 


Since joining forces with a larger company, Stefanutti Stocks Marine (previously known as Civil & Coastal Construction) has continued to thrive, taking on bigger and more lucrative projects than ever before. Andrew Pelis talks to Simon Allen about the many benefits that have arisen from the change in ownership.

 

 

 

 


The Prestige Group, South Africa’s largest specialist cleaning company, has its sights set on becoming a complete one-stop-shop for facilities management. CEO Johan Du Toit explains to Gay Sutton how good people management is a key element of the company’s success.