The Poluma Group parent company of Turbo Systems has announced the acquisition of WFS, a respected fabrication, construction, operations, maintenance, and turnaround business with a 60-year legacy supporting projects across the UK and Europe. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and customary closure conditions, with the sale expected to complete on 27 June 2025.
WFS currently employs 250 people and will be rebranded as Allied Protek Field Services. It will operate as a separate legal and operational entity within the Poluma Group, maintaining its established service offering while benefiting from the group’s wider resources and reach.
Following the acquisition, the combined group will generate an annual turnover of approximately £70 million and employ a workforce of around 500. The move supports Poluma Group’s ongoing strategy to expand its engineering capability across the UK and serve a broader customer base across sectors including food, manufacturing, munitions, personal care, and chemicals.
Paul Wilson, chairman of the Poluma Group, said:
“We are excited about the acquisition. This aligns with our long-term vision to support the footprint and growth of our engineering capability throughout the UK. WFS is a highly respected company on a global and local level with so much history within the region.
“WFS will be rebranded as Allied Protek Field Services. We believe that all entities within the Poluma Group will benefit from this acquisition. We look forward to continuing to work cooperatively with Worley and to support our people and customers during the transition to new ownership.”
The acquisition represents a significant milestone for WFS, offering a fresh chapter under new ownership while maintaining continuity in operations.
Worley chief executive officer, Chris Ashton, added:
“We appreciate the value that the team at Field Services has contributed over the years and have no doubt that they will continue to succeed.”
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