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2022
Keltbray acquires IDEC Group Ltd Substation business
Keltbray expands it's energy offering with the addition of the IDEC Substation business in November 2022.
2022
Keltbray acquires Roadbridge highways infrastructure assets
Keltbray adds Roadbridge highways infrastructure assets to its portfolio in May 2022. This 'on strategy' acquisition further enhances Keltbray's highways capability.
2021
Keltbray acquires nmcn highways infrastructure assets
The acquisition of nmcn highways infrastructure assets allows Keltbray to enter the sector for the first time in its history. Notable projects in the highways sector include the A30, M621 and A66.
2020
Darren James appointed Keltbray CEO
In April 2020, Darren James was appointed Chief Executive Officer at Keltbray. Brendan Kerr becomes Executive Chairman and remains Keltbray's sole owner.
2019
Keltbray completes two controlled blowdowns at Ferrybridge 'C' Power Station
Only five of the eight cooling towers are set to be demolished – the first carried out in July 2019, followed by the remaining four in October 2019.
2018
Keltbray International Ltd is formed
Keltbray forms subsidiary to deliver overhead line electrification works in Canada.
Keltbray Distribution & Transmission is established
The new business unit provides construction, maintenance and repair services for utility businesses operating lines up to 275kV.
2016
Keltbray launches structures business
Keltbray launches a reinforced concrete frame business after acquiring some of the assets of Dunne Group which went into administration.
2014
Keltbray starts work at Earls Court Exhibition Centre
Keltbray was responsible for the removal of a 1000 tonne bridge structure over West London, demolition of Earls Court 1&2 Exhibition Centres and removal of 15,000 tonnes of concrete beams over four District Line Tunnels.
2013
Keltbray Remediation is launched
The new business unit gives Keltbray the ability to provide remediation solutions for brownfield sites.
2012
Keltbray establishes Wentworth House Rail Systems
A new rail overhead line electrification design house is launched by Keltbray to provide consultancy, design and development support.
2010
Keltbray acquires Aspire Rail Consultants
By acquiring the overhead line and track solutions specialist, Keltbray’s rail expertise grows.
2009
Keltbray Piling is established
The new business unit gives Keltbray the ability to carry out Continuous Flight Auger and large diameter rotary bored piling as stand-alone and integrated Group services.
Keltbray acquires specialist track maintenance and renewal company, Gamble Rail
The acquisition saves 170 jobs and enters Keltbray into the rail maintenance sector. Gamble Rail is rebranded as Keltbray Rail in 2010.
2008
Keltbray acquires specialist asbestos remediation company, Pectel
The acquisition gives Keltbray 250 new employees and a new service capability to manage the removal of asbestos and other hazards.
2003
Brendan Kerr takes charge
Brendan Kerr becomes the Chief Executive Officer and sole owner of Keltbray.
1998
Wentworth House Partnership is born
Keltbray’s temporary works design consultancy, Wentworth House Partnership, is created by Brendan Kerr and Stuart Marchand.
1989
Brendan Kerr joins Keltbray as Project Manager
Brendan Kerr joins Keltbray as Project Manager in 1989 before rising to Operations Director in 1994 and Managing Director in 1999.
1976
Keltbray opens for business
Keltbray is formed by friends Howard Burden and David Ewens in 1976. They were both working as surveyors in the construction industry and decided to form their own entity for smaller earth and groundwork jobs. The first office was in 158-160 Battersea Park Road.
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