Acquisition momentum Pennington Choices recently became part of Mears Group through a purchase in September 2025, signaling a significant shift in ownership and potential cross-sell opportunities across Mears’ expanded portfolio and client base.

Public sector traction With a diverse client base including social landlords, local authorities, NHS, educational institutions, and rail, there are ready-made avenues for expanding public sector surveying, compliance, and contract management services into additional government and healthcare portfolios.

Compliance and safety demand The core services in property compliance, building safety, asbestos, fire safety, energy performance, and stock condition surveying align with stringent regulatory requirements, indicating ongoing demand for audits, certifications, and training across UK property portfolios.

Digital footprint A lightweight but active tech stack (WordPress, Cloudflare, analytics tools) suggests opportunities to modernize client-facing platforms, improve procurement portals, and leverage data-driven insights for scalable client engagements and reporting.

Growth and partnerships Recent partnerships with Housemark and Manningham Housing, plus ongoing expansion into new sectors, point to a growth trajectory that can be accelerated through expanded service offerings, cross-promotional programs, and integrated procurement solutions for housing associations and local authorities.