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UK-based facilities management group, Hygiacura Group Limited, has acquired GCC Property Care Limited, a renowned provider of property maintenance, care services, and commercial cleaning.
GCC Property Care Limited, under the leadership of Director Matthew Diskin, has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality property care and commercial cleaning solutions across various sectors.
With this acquisition, Hygiacura not only integrates GCC’s expertise but also establishes a firm base in the Yorkshire area, leveraging a strong and loyal client base in both Leeds and Sheffield. This strategic move enhances Hygiacura’s ability to deliver comprehensive facilities management solutions to a broader client base, particularly in the Yorkshire region.
Martin Barker, CEO of Hygiacura, said of the acquisition: “The addition of GCC Property Care Limited to our portfolio is a testament to our commitment to growth and excellence in the facilities management sector. With this strategic acquisition, we are better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our clients and continue our journey of innovation and service excellence.”
Matthew Diskin, Director of GCC Property Care Limited, commented: “This is an exciting new chapter for GCC Property Care Limited. Over the past few months, we have worked closely with Hygiacura to ensure a seamless transition. We are confident that this move will provide our clients with enhanced services and allow us to leverage Hygiacura’s extensive resources to further grow our business, particularly in Leeds and Sheffield.”
The acquisition of GCC Property Care Limited marks Hygiacura’s latest move in its strategic expansion plan, which has seen the company grow rapidly across various sectors. In April, the company announced its acquisition of Sector Support Services, which was shortly followed by its acquisition of Clearlake Cleaning Limited.
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