Louise Ringström Grandinson, CEO of MotionTech, commented on the acquisition: “The addition of LAC and Holloway to our Group is not just an expansion of our capabilities, but a significant step towards realising our group vision to be a full service partner for customers in the automation market.”
LAC Conveyors & Automation specialises in the designing, manufacturing, and installation of automation solutions across various industries. The rapid growth of LAC over the last 5 years places them as one of the UK’s leading system integrators to well-known global brands. Holloway Control Systems, is known for its expertise in developing advanced control and software systems, further diversifying MotionTech’s offering and strengthening the Group’s software offering. Holloway, established in 2008, has become a leader in industrial automation, with extensive experience in PLC programming, SCADA systems and a comprehensive WCS offering.
“Joining MotionTech is a thrilling development for LAC. This move is in line with our core values of engineering excellence, innovation and adventure. . ,” said Chris Unwin, CEO of LAC Conveyors & Automation. “This partnership will broaden our horizon with focus on accelerating our European expansion and allows us to continue offering top-notch solutions to our clients as we have always strived to do.”
Michael Ryan, Managing Director of AMH Material Handling, part of the MotionTech group, expresses enthusiasm about the acquisitions saying: “These exciting additions to our group further enhance our collective strength and market reach. I am looking forward to exploring synergies and opportunities with the newest members of the family.”
About MotionTech
MotionTech was established by Systematic Growth in 2021, with a clear strategy to become a full solutions and service partner to customers within intralogistics and warehouse automation. MotionTech is continuing to build its position across Europe organically and through acquiring niche leading companies with strong management and owners.