Overview

Element is a global network of laboratories with experts specialising in materials testing, product qualification testing and failure analysis for the Aerospace, Oil and Gas, Transportation and Industrial sectors. It transformed from a network of local, independent testing laboratories into a world class integrated testing business under our ownership. 

The business was created as a carve-out from the Stork Group and rebranded as Element. Under our ownership it successfully delivered a buy-and-build growth strategy, enhanced sector testing capabilities, deepened customer relationships and expanded geographic coverage. Significant capital was invested to develop new testing technologies and support customer R&D programmes.

Highlights

• Transformed from a corporate subsidiary to a global leader in materials testing
• 51 world class facilities across three continents covering three core sectors
• Doubled number of staff and labs
• Completed and integrated 10 acquisitions
• Developed sector-focused approach
• Rolled out a new pricing strategy across all labs

Regulatory information 
This transaction involved a recommendation of 3i Investments plc.