Europa Engineering has acquired Dale & Co. (Lifting & Handling Specialists), founded in 1830, in Manchester.

“This is a huge milestone for me, being my first acquisition, and I would like to thank Jacqueline and Martin, the previous owners of Dale & Co., for allowing us to be trusted as the new custodians of the business,” said Ella Cheetham, MD, The Europa Engineering Group.

“I am very excited to see what this new chapter holds for me, the group and all of our team.”

Cheetham said the acquisition signifies its commitment to growth in the lifting and fabrication divisions within its group.

Dale Lifting & Handling Specialists has nearly 200 years of heritage and experience, allowing The Europa Group to provide overhead crane supply, installation, servicing, and breakdown support; on-site inspections; load testing on and off-site; lifting beam design and manufacture; Vacuum Lifters and manipulators; and more.

This is supported by its e-commerce store and new manufacturing partners and brands.