Ground engineering specialist Geobear has appointed Craig Macklin as UK managing director to support its continued growth across residential, commercial and infrastructure markets.
Craig brings more than 30 years’ experience in foundations, underpinning, ground improvement and civil engineering, having led major operations and specialist businesses throughout his career.
He joins after 13 years leading Franki Foundations UK, where he increased annual turnover from £2.5 million to £50 million and developed a multi-site operation employing around 150 people.
During his tenure, he also established long-standing relationships with insurers, infrastructure clients and major contractors, with repeat customers accounting for approximately 95 per cent of business.
Previously, Craig held a senior role at Abbey Pynford, overseeing its underpinning, rail and specialist projects division while establishing a new regional operation.
His experience also includes leading a £30.7 million redevelopment project at London Bridge Station for Bachy Solentanche.
In his new role, Craig will oversee Geobear’s UK operations, drawing on his technical and commercial experience to support the company’s expansion across its key markets.
Craig said: “I’ve spent most of my career working in the foundations and ground engineering sector, so Geobear was a particularly exciting opportunity.
“What stood out to me is the strength of the technology and the problems it can solve.
“Geobear has developed a different approach to ground engineering, one that delivers results quickly while avoiding much of the disruption associated with traditional methods.
“There is a real opportunity to build on the expertise and reputation Geobear has established in the UK.
“I’m looking forward to helping strengthen the business operationally, develop our relationships across the market and identify new opportunities for growth.”
Otso Lahtinen, chief executive of Geobear, added: “We are excited to welcome Craig because he understands ground engineering literally from the ground up, but importantly, he understands what is required to grow and operate a specialist business successfully.
“Geobear is entering an important phase of its development in the UK,” continued Lahtinen.
“Craig’s combination of relevant technical knowledge, commercial experience and operational leadership will help us build on the strong foundations we have already established and take the business forward.”
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