R.D. Jukes acquired by Ventro Group as part of strategic profile building in the Midlands

Entrepreneurs Hub has advised the shareholders of R.D. Jukes & Co Ltd on its sale to Ventro Group, a leading UK building compliance specialist. R.D. Jukes is a well-established family business with extensive experience delivering complex electrical engineering works with over 55 years of experience.

Founded in 1968 by Roy and Eiryl Jukes, R.D. Jukes is a family-run business headquartered in Walsall, with a long-standing reputation for delivering specialist electrical engineering services, particularly across the NHS and wider public sector. Now led by Julian Jukes, son of the founders, the business employs 29 people, generates annual revenue of approximately £6 million and has built longstanding customer relationships, with many partnerships spanning more than 20 years. Throughout its growth, R.D. Jukes has remained committed to the core values established by its founders: quality, accountability and collaboration.

R.D. Jukes brings extensive technical expertise across mains infrastructure, power distribution and complex electrical systems, including standby power, UPS and IPS solutions designed to support critical environments. The business also delivers advanced emergency lighting, electrical testing and compliance services, alongside specialist systems such as nurse call, and life-safety systems, where reliability and precision are essential.

The latest addition to the group enhances Ventro’s ability to deliver fully integrated, end-to-end building compliance solutions, combining specialist electrical engineering expertise with the Group’s wider compliance offering. This enables customers to consolidate more of their compliance requirements under one provider, benefiting from joined-up project delivery, simplified contract management and greater confidence that critical building compliance obligations are being managed cohesively.

Following the acquisition of HJS (Harrold Jones Services), this latest milestone further strengthens the Midlands as a strategic priority for Ventro Group, expanding its regional footprint and enhancing capability across central England and beyond.

Commenting on the acquisition, Tony Meakin who led the deal on behalf of Entrepreneurs Hub, said:

“Finding an acquirer that would honour the culture and legacy of this family business was extremely important to Julian. In Ventro we were able to identify a partner who would not only honour this but had a strong and compelling commercial incentive to acquire in strengthening their regional presence. We are delighted for Julian and his family as they step into the future and what it holds for them.”

Julian Jukes, Managing Director of R.D. Jukes, commented:

“As a family business, maintaining our values and reputation has always been extremely important to us. Joining Ventro Group allows us to build on that legacy while benefiting from the scale, support and opportunities that come with being part of a larger group. Entrepreneurs Hub’s support throughout the deal process was truly invaluable, from the initial research and careful selection of suitable acquirers to Tony Meakin’s readily available advice and guidance at every stage. We also greatly appreciated the exceptional support provided by the legal and accountancy teams.”

Harvey Melvin CEO of Ventro Group said:

“Bringing R.D. Jukes into the Group is another important step in strengthening our presence in the Midlands. It reflects our continued commitment to the region and its role in the long-term growth of Ventro Group. R.D. Jukes is a business with an exceptional track record and strong cultural foundations. Their commitment to people, accountability, quality, collaboration and respect closely aligns with Ventro’s own values and origins. Preserving that culture while providing the platform for future growth and success is incredibly important to us.”

This acquisition further strengthens Ventro Group’s position as a leader in building compliance services, reinforcing its commitment to strategic investment in the Midlands while continuing to build a scalable, high-quality service offering that is built on expertise and trusted for compliance.