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Arup acquires Strategic Economics Consulting Group

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Celia Choong Celia Choong Senior Marketing Consultant,Singapore
7 May 2013

Global design and consulting firm Arup launches a new Economics Consulting offering in Australasia, following the acquisition of Strategic Economics Consulting Group (SECG).

The Economics Consulting team will provide economics and business case capability, with particular emphasis on various regulated markets and in the transport logistics sector.

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Arup in Australasia is excited to enter into this new phase with SECG. We have a long and successful history in planning our communities and this enhanced capability will result in better understanding of developments as a whole – all that influences it, everything it requires to succeed and the likely implications if it goes ahead. ” Peter Bailey Peter Bailey Principal and Trustee Director

Strategic Economics Consulting Group (SECG) is an independent economic and financial advisory organisation servicing both the private and public sectors in Australia and South-East Asia.

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We are thrilled about joining forces with Arup and look forward to providing excellent economic services to a wider group of clients across the Australasia region. The decision to join Arup was made easy by the firm’s ability to develop long term sustainable solutions that can be backed by an economic rationale. ” Mark Vassarotti Australasia Economic Planning Leader

Founded in 2009, SECG has focussed on the preparation of business cases as well as regulatory pricing decisions. SECG’s highly skilled team will add value across the broad range of Arup businesses. Their economic, strategic, regulatory, financial, engineering and commercial expertise and their background in the preparation of business cases will be particularly relevant to the activities of Arup’s infrastructure and planning teams.

Our integrated team aims to consider investments, ensuring we maximise benefits for tomorrow and beyond. The team will provide joined-up services to support development and regeneration in cities, towns and rural areas, driving long-term social, economic and environmental sustainability.

The acquisition takes effect from 6 May 2013.