21-04-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Scottish helicopter operator acquires English drone company
Inverness-based PDG Aviation Services, a UK and Ireland's provider of aerial survey, inspection and lifting solutions in support of critical infrastructure, said it has acquired Team UAV.
The firm said the move strengthens its position' as a comprehensive aerial services provider, integrating cutting-edge UAV technology with its extensive expertise in manned aviation'.
The acquisition enhances PDG's capabilities in aerial surveying, inspections and imaging, providing customers across multiple industries including power, utilities and rail, with a broader range of services, improved data collection efficiency and innovative solutions, it said.
Shaun Strain, chief executive at PDG, said: 'We are thrilled to welcome Team UAV to PDG.
'Their expertise in UAV technology perfectly complements our existing services, allowing us to deliver even greater value to our customers with advanced aerial solutions.'
Lewis Pritchard, managing director at Team UAV, said: 'This is an exciting milestone for Team UAV.
'Joining forces with PDG means we can scale our operations, enhance our service offerings, and continue pushing the boundaries of UAV technology.'
Scots hotel guru who finds himself at ease on the riverbank
Scottish entrepreneur Roddy Watt has had a long and varied career in the hospitality sector.
He spent his early working life with hotel giants such as Hyatt International and Sheraton, before moving into hospitality recruitment with Berkeley Scott, which he floated on the stock market in 2004.
After launching Highland Coast Hotels, which has a portfolio of eight boutique hotels in the north of Scotland, he is focused on expanding hotel service business Buell Hospitality.
ON THE MARKET
Antiques shop for sale as owners to retire after 40 years
This article appears as part of our On the Market series
A Scottish antique shop has been put on the market as its owners move to retire.
The business is said to have a "loyal following" and is housed in a "highly attractive traditional property" in a historic town.
ASG Commercial is handling the sale of Castle Close Antiques in Dornoch, next to the town's cathedral.
