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Contractor S&G in MBO

Paul Copner (left) and Nic Roberts have successfully completed the MBO of S&G Air Conditioning Contracts

UK: Barry-based HVAC contractor S&G Air Conditioning Contracts Ltd has been the subject of an MBO by MD Paul Copner and commercial director Nic Roberts. 

Established in 1999, S&G is headquartered in Barry, South Wales, with offices in the Midlands and London. The company specialises in the full spectrum of HVAC mechanical services, including design, installation, commissioning, and after-care. 

Corner joined S&G in 2007, becoming MD in 2018. Colleague Nic Roberts joined the company in 2009 and was appointed commercial director in 2018. They have now taken full ownership of the business from founders Steve and Gemma Howell.

Recent projects from S&G include the design and installation of brand-new ventilation systems at Gareth Bale’s new city-centre bar Par59, with fit out by Paramount, as well as the installation of new systems to suit CAT A design at upgraded office block Longcross Court, Cardiff.

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