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The leading international facade specialist today announced its North American expansion with the acquisition of key business assets from Benson Industries (“Benson”), a leader in design, engineering, fabrication and installation of custom unitized curtain wall and glass solutions.
With the acquisition of Benson, Permasteelisa Group significantly expands the size and scope of its operations across North America, growing its footprint in several key markets. Together, customers of both businesses will now be able to leverage a broader suite of global capabilities and offerings.
“The expansion of our North American footprint is a crucial component of our long-term growth strategy, and this acquisition is an exciting milestone on our path toward achieving it,” said Liam Cummins, CEO of Permasteelisa Group. “The highly capable team joining us from Benson has an excellent track record and shares our commitment to providing the very best service to our clients. With Benson’s West Coast presence and complementary glass and curtain wall offerings, this acquisition is truly a ‘win-win’ for our customers, suppliers and teams.”
International façade specialist, Permasteelisa Group, has set its sights on global growth in the luxury retail market.
With 511 projects successfully delivered since 2019 and 101 projects currently live, the company is renowned for being a market leader in the delivery of bespoke retail façades and fit outs for global luxury brands, mainly in Asia.
As part of its ambitious plan in this market, the company has appointed a new General Manager, Antoine Cazalis de Fondouce, to lead the growth in existing and new markets, including APAC, North America, and the Middle East. It will operate as a global business unit under the brand name ‘Permasteelisa Gartner Retail’.
Permasteelisa Group, the global leader in the design, construction and installation of technically advanced façades, has appointed Anna Foden as its first ever Head of Sustainability.
Permasteelisa Group’s Chief Technical Innovation Officer, Jalal Fitoury, comments: “We are delighted that Anna has agreed to take up this new role. She is an experienced senior sustainability professional with a background in construction and an excellent level of familiarity for the built environment ecosystem. We are excited to have her on the team and look forward to working with her on what is a crucial next step for Permasteelisa Group.”
“I’m impressed with the existing innovation, and crucially, the drive at Permasteelisa Group, to showcase the value the company brings around sustainability from design, manufacture, through to construction and aftercare in everything from whole-life carbon reductions, circularity, responsible sourcing, and beyond."
Permasteelisa Group, the global leader in the design, construction and installation of technically advanced façades, has appointed David Müller to the role of UK Sales Director for Gartner, with immediate effect.
In announcing David Müller’s appointment, Jürgen Wax commented: “I am delighted to share the news that David Müller is stepping up to the position of Sales Director for Gartner with immediate effect, focusing on the UK as one of our core markets.
“David joined just over a decade ago as Sales Director for Switzerland, although my working relationship with him goes back even further. He is a highly respected colleague who embodies our organisation’s strength, values and expertise.”
Permasteelisa Group, a global leader in advanced façade design and installation, has reported solid financial results for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2024. The company achieved a turnover of €790 million, with an adjusted EBITDA of €27 million, alongside improved operating margins, positive cash flow, and an 18% rise in new orders.
CEO Liam Cummins highlighted the company's resilience amid economic uncertainty, noting its strong balance sheet and debt-free status. With significant growth in key markets like the UK, North America, and Asia, Cummins expressed optimism about the future, supported by a strategic focus on selective projects and global portfolio diversification.
Permasteelisa Group, the global leader in the design, construction and installation of technically advanced building envelopes, has been appointed by EllisDon to deliver the bespoke curtain wall of the East Tower of the new Forma development, located in the heart of Toronto, Frank Gehry’s hometown.
Developed by Great Gulf, Dream Unlimited, and Westdale Properties, and designed by world renowned Toronto-born architect Frank Gehry, Forma is a mixed-use development that will comprise residential accommodation, commercial offices and retail and public spaces.
The first phase of the development is constituted by the East Tower, a 73-storey residential tower that will reach the height of 263 m (862 ft) and offer a total 864 residential units.