{"id":392266,"date":"2020-12-02T18:03:16","date_gmt":"2020-12-02T23:03:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/?p=392266"},"modified":"2020-12-02T18:03:16","modified_gmt":"2020-12-02T23:03:16","slug":"stantec-bolsters-environmental-services-capabilities-in-the-netherlands-with-acquisition-of-agel-adviseurs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/stantec-bolsters-environmental-services-capabilities-in-the-netherlands-with-acquisition-of-agel-adviseurs\/","title":{"rendered":"Stantec bolsters environmental services capabilities in the Netherlands with acquisition of AGEL adviseurs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n EDMONTON, Alberta and NEW YORK, Dec. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TSX, NYSE:STN<\/strong>
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Global design firm Stantec has expanded its capabilities in the Netherlands with the acquisition of AGEL adviseurs (AGEL), a multi-discipline engineering firm specializing in environmental services, spatial development, infrastructure, and GIS services. The 75-person firm, based in Oosterhout, is a recognized leader in the Netherlands with a longstanding history in the country\u2019s southwest and central regions. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.<\/p>\n

\u201cAGEL enhances Stantec\u2019s global Environmental Services practice and strategically complements our offerings in the Netherlands, where our work has historically focused on the central and northern regions. With the addition of this passionate, community-focused team, we can better support clients across the country and build upon our relationships with an enhanced suite of services,\u201d said Pieter van der Zwet, Stantec\u2019s Regional Leader for Continental Europe. \u201cWe are well positioned for organic growth by expanding Stantec\u2019s portfolio of services in this region toward spatial development, the energy transition, and geo- and environmental measurement.”<\/p>\n

Founded in 1986, AGEL is a trusted consultant to local municipalities and land developers, with advisory services focused on supporting the circular economy, climate adaptation, area development, and the energy transition. The team\u2019s expertise spans master planning, landscape design, roadway engineering, sustainable building design, environmental studies, and GIS analysis. The AGEL team integrates advanced technology with market-leading expertise, leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and geo viewers to better serve clients and the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cJoining Stantec allows us to unlock added value for our clients by tapping into a broader range of services and creating a truly national presence backed by extensive global expertise,\u201d said Remco van Dessel, Director for AGEL. \u201cThis also creates an incredible opportunity for our team members, who will have access to Stantec\u2019s global network of experts, resources, and innovation for continued growth opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n

Notable projects in AGEL\u2019s portfolio include:<\/p>\n