What's Happening?
Cleaner Safer Group (CSG), known for its certification schemes HETAS and Woodsure, has merged with the Building Compliance Testers Association (BCTA) based in High Wycombe. This merger brings together expertise in solid fuel, biomass, wood fuel quality,
air tightness, sound insulation, and domestic ventilation commissioning. The merger effectively doubles CSG's footprint in the built-environment sector. BCTA, which oversees ATTMA, SITMA, and the Building Performance Hub, will now have an expanded role within the newly combined group. Barry Cope, CEO of Cleaner Safer Group, expressed pride in the merger, highlighting shared values of integrity and quality. Kaye Welfare, Chair of Cleaner Safer Group, emphasized the merger's potential to offer greater support and improved services to the industry.
Why It's Important?
The merger between Cleaner Safer Group and BCTA is significant as it consolidates resources and expertise in the built-environment sector, potentially leading to enhanced service offerings and operational efficiencies. This move could benefit industry stakeholders by providing a more integrated approach to certification and compliance testing. The merger reflects a trend of consolidation in the industry, which may lead to increased competitiveness and innovation. For consumers and industry members, this could mean improved quality assurance and access to a broader range of services under a unified entity.
