24th Nov 2024
We are delighted to announce that Hydrop ECS, a leading independent consultancy specialising in the management and control of waterborne pathogens, has officially joined the Celnor Group. This strategic partnership enhances Celnor’s capabilities within the water quality and risk management sector and underscores its commitment to providing industry-leading testing, inspection, certification, and compliance (TICC) services.
Based in the West Midlands, Hydrop was founded in 1991 and has since grown into a dedicated team of 30 professionals. Known for delivering independent, impartial, and customised consultancy and training services, Hydrop serves a broad spectrum of clients, including the National Health Service, Defence Infrastructure, local authorities, facilities companies, universities, and industrial clients.
Hydrop also offer clients a unique and fully integrated electronic water quality risk management system known as COMPASS. This bespoke system uses Hydrop’s UKAS ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accredited risk assessment tool to provide real-time risk assessments. The Risk Score Matrix is available on-demand and is calculated each time it is accessed against the latest collected data. COMPASS offers effectiveness, focussing on improving risk management and compliance with statutory requirements and guidelines whilst making the process easier, safer, and more efficient.
“This marks a significant milestone in our journey, aligning with our shared commitment to independence, sustainability, and delivering value to our clients. As part of a Group, we will be able to leverage our combined expertise and resources to continue to provide the industry with the highest level of support and risk management solutions, which our clients have come to expect and rely upon. We look forward to the opportunities this partnership will bring as we work towards a brighter, more sustainable future.” Mike Koumi, Managing Partner
Simon Parrington, Celnor founder and Group CEO, added, “I’m delighted that our Risk Management division is growing with the addition of Hydrop. Their independent consultancy expertise is market-leading and we look forward to supporting their continued growth. Mike and the team bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the Group as well as a broad range of clients. Their experience in strategic Steering Committees, litigation, and outbreak investigations, both in the UK and abroad, equips the Group with the most up-to-date knowledge of best practices and the most appropriate implementation of legal and guideline requirements. We look forward to a bright future together as we continue to shape the future of our industry.”
Celnor is a leading provider of regulatory assurance, specialising in testing, inspection, and compliance. The Group delivers essential data, consultancy, and insights to over 5,000 clients, helping protect people, property, and the environment. Founded in 2023, London based Celnor has rapidly grown to a team of over 1000 colleagues across 30 UK locations.
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