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Kier Group PLC - Manchester, England-based construction firm - Agrees to acquire substantially all the rail assets from Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd and their High Speed Two contract supplying Kier’s HS2 joint venture, EKFB, for a total consideration of £9.6 million in cash. Says: ‘Given its modest size, the board does not believe this acquisition will materially impact the group’s forecasts for [financial] 2024, nor its year end or average net cash position.’

Kier Chief Executive Officer Andrew Davies says: ‘We have previously stated that we would consider value accretive acquisitions in core markets where there is potential to accelerate the medium-term value creation plan. This acquisition is one such example - it is an excellent strategic fit and accelerates our rail strategy, providing work with new rail clients and increasing our capabilities. I am delighted to welcome our new employees, clients and suppliers to Kier.’

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