About us
A Partnership Approach, Not Just an Acquisition
At Certek Group, we believe that acquisitions should be built on trust, shared vision, and long-term collaboration, not disruption. As a diversified group of testing, inspection, compliance, and certification (TICC) businesses, we partner with exceptional companies that align with our commitment to quality, integrity, and customer-focused innovation. Contact us about acquisitions today.
What makes us different
We recognise that the businesses we acquire have built strong reputations, deep industry expertise, and loyal customer relationships.
Our goal is to enhance and support those strengths, not interfere. That’s why our approach is distinct from both corporates and private equity firms.
Support Without Interference
We provide strategic expertise, financial strength, and operational resources, but day-to-day control remains with the leadership teams of our acquired companies.
Long-Term Ownership
We have never sold a business and have no intention of doing so. Our partnerships are built for the long term, ensuring stability for employees, customers, and leadership teams.
Founder & Management-Led
Certek is majority-owned by its management team, meaning we think like business owners, not investors. We understand what makes entrepreneurial companies successful, and we protect that DNA.
Preserving Brand Identity & Autonomy
We don’t force acquired businesses to change their brand, culture, or operational model. We respect the legacy of the businesses we partner with.
No Cost Synergy Targets
Unlike other buyers, we don’t acquire companies with the intention of cutting costs or restructuring operations. Our focus is on growth, not efficiency savings.
Who we partner with
We are actively seeking leading businesses in the TICC sector, particularly in:
Testing
Compliance
Inspection
Assurance
Looking to partner?
If you are a founder, owner, or management team looking for a partner who will preserve what you’ve built while unlocking new growth opportunities, Certek may be the right fit.
What our group companies have to say
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Having owned and run a business for over 30 years, you can imagine the sense of trepidation we felt when transitioning from an owner-operated company to becoming part of a much larger group.Now that we are firmly embedded in the Certek family, I can honestly say it is the best decision we have ever made. The management team at Certek are highly knowledgeable, extremely professional, and always willing to offer support, whether that’s practical help, trusted advice, or simply acting as a sounding board for new ideas. It also helps that they are genuinely great people to work with. Innovation has always been central to our success, and with Certek’s guidance, encouragement, and investment, we are now delivering some of the strongest results in our company’s history. Our success is Certek’s success, and I truly value the partnership we have built. The last 30 years were great, but I’m confident the next 30 will be even better.
Paul Van Danzig
CEO – The Wastepack Group. -
As the owner of a family business the prospect of selling my company was somewhat daunting. I need not have worried as the initial meetings with David showed a clear M&A vision and, thanks to the real appetite he showed, I took the plunge with the Certek Group over multiple other options. Being one of the first group acquisitions I have the benefit of a full budget year with the Group and I can only pass on the highest praise to David and the exceptional team he has built. On top of that he is a strong leader and a true gent. I have zero regret and would be happy to have a detailed chat with any team lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with the Certek Group.
Jonathan GibsonManaging Director – Cenelec Standards Inspections Ltd -
From the very beginning, working with Certek felt different. They invested the time to really understand me, the business we had built, and what mattered most to us as owners, not just financially, but personally as well. Throughout the process, the Certek team were consistently supportive, open, and straightforward. They guided us through each stage with clarity and confidence, always available to talk things through and never losing sight of our original goals. Their advice was practical, well-judged, and grounded in real experience, which made a complex journey feel manageable and well supported. What stood out most was the relationship. Certek never felt like advisers working at arm’s length, they felt like trusted partners who genuinely cared about achieving the right outcome for us. Looking back, it was not only a successful process but an enjoyable one, and I would happily recommend Certek to other founders considering their next step.
Ian WillsManaging Director – The Test Centre
Acquisitions
Let’s start the conversation
Even if you’re not looking to sell right now, we value building relationships with exceptional businesses in our space. Whether it’s today or years down the line, we want to get to know you and explore ways to work together.If you’d like to learn more about our approach, let’s schedule a conversation, no pressure, no obligation.
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