MedProtect, based in Warrington and founded in 2003, offers occupational health services to employers in a range of markets, with a “strong presence” in the automotive sector where employees are routinely exposed to hazardous substances such as fume, dust or chemicals, or are operating in noisy environments.
Its services include mobile testing for lung function, dermatitis, hearing and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), with operations overseen by an occupational nurse and physician, who make referrals and recommendations for further action where necessary.
Under the terms of the acquisition, MedProtect will keep its branding and operate under the PAM Health division of the wider PAM Group.
Financial considerations of the acquisitions were not disclosed.
James Murphy, founder and chief executive of PAM Group, said the business will continue to seek out “bolt-on” acquisitions alongside its “sustained organic expansion” in order to achieve its growth ambitions.
“Our mission at PAM Group is to work with clients to make their workplaces healthier and improve employee safety and wellbeing. MedProtect aligns with these goals and is a great fit for us. We are thrilled that its team will be bringing their vast experience and knowledge to the group,” he said.
MedProtect founders Ian and Louise Hutchinson will stay with the business, with Ian commenting that the acquisition will double the size of its mobile clinic operations.
“It will also give us the ability to offer our clients far more services and support from across the wider group, with additional personnel on the administrative side who are highly motivated and proficient at providing solutions for requirements in occupational health, vaccinations, consumable supplies and laboratory services,” he said.
Murphy added: “We see lots of potential for MedProtect to expand, and will be investing to grow it significantly over the next few years. As well as giving us the opportunity to provide the PAM Group customer base with additional services, it also enables us to offer our extensive range of group-wide services to MedProtect’s clients.”
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