Marine scientific and technical consultants and surveyors, Brookes Bell LLP, has announced that acquisition of the UK-based tribology consultancy Neale Consulting Engineers.

Founded in the 1960s, Neale Consulting Engineers has extensive experience providing consultancy services relating to tribological issues, machinery failure, product design improvements and more. 

Brookes Bell LLP has acquired UK-based tribology specialist Neale Consulting Engineers

Source: Brookes Bell

Brookes Bell LLP has acquired UK-based tribology specialist Neale Consulting Engineers

Outside the maritime sector, the group has a track record of addressing tribological issues in the power generation, renewable energy, manufacturing, rail, and aviation sectors. 

The acquisition will see Neale Consulting Engineers integrated into Brookes Bell’s global business, and forms part of the group’s strategy to diversify into other sectors. Brookes Bell’s most recent acquisition was completed in January 2021, when it acquired US maritime consultancy 3D Marine.