Equans UK & Ireland has announced the strategic acquisition of Mway Communications, specialists in highways technology and communications infrastructure.

Mway serves National Highways and Tier 1 contractors throughout the UK’s Strategic Road Network (SRN), delivering critical technology and engineering solutions that underpin National Highways three key imperatives – safety, customer & delivery. The company employs 100 people and generates an annual turnover of £26 million.

This acquisition, says Equans, enhances the company’s UK offering, advancing its growth strategy by expanding expertise in connected infrastructure, operational technology, and communications networks. Mway’s comprehensive portfolio – including technology deployment, electrical engineering, street lighting, traffic signals, inductive loop installation, and highways civil works – complements Equans’ end-to-end capabilities across digital infrastructure, energy systems, engineering, and asset management.

Equans welcomes the Mway leadership team, led by Stephen Crawford, Managing Director, and Lee Day, Relationship Director as part of the acquisition.

James Graham, Divisional CEO, Equans UK & Ireland, commented: 

“Mway Communications has built an excellent reputation as a trusted delivery partner across the UK’s Strategic Road Network. Their deep sector knowledge and proven customer partnerships make them excellent in their operation. We are delighted to welcome Stephen, Lee and the wider Mway team to Equans.”

Stephen Crawford, Managing Director, Mway Communications, added: 

“Our focus has always been on delivering high-quality, dependable solutions, while building long-term relationships with our customers. Joining Equans unlocks new scale, capabilities, and growth opportunities while preserving the expertise and values that define Mway. We are excited about the future and look forward to working with our new colleagues across the Equans group.”

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