About us

Halcrow specialises in the provision of planning, design and management services for infrastructure development worldwide. With interests in transportation, water, maritime and property, the company is undertaking commissions in over 70 countries from a network of more than 70 offices.

We place considerable emphasis on developing our capabilities in line with the needs of our clients by placing them at the centre of our operations - by taking an extra step and trying to behave as if we are stakeholders in their business. To enhance the way we deliver our projects, we invest heavily in the systems to support our clients, and are committed to staff training, quality, and developing appropriate IT infrastructure.

Our internal infrastructure enables us to develop project teams to precisely match the needs of our clients. With an integrated approach, we are able to draw from the pool of skills and experience throughout the whole company and benefit from the flow of knowledge and people around the business.

History

Halcrow is one of the UK's leading consultancies, with a pedigree stretching back to 1868. The company's founder, Thomas Meik, worked extensively on port, maritime and railway projects in northern England and Scotland. During the first half of the 20th Century, William Halcrow (later Sir William) established the firm as a pioneering force in other areas, notably tunneling. Halcrow's first commissions outside of the UK were undertaken in the 1890s. In the year 2007, projects undertaken outside the UK accounted for approximately 50% of turnover.

Initially named after Thomas Meik, the firm became Sir William Halcrow and Partners in 1941. In 1985, a private limited company bearing the same name was formed. The most recent change was in 1998, when the various Halcrow businesses and departments became Halcrow Group Limited.

Ownership

Halcrow is owned by the Halcrow Trust and employee shareholders.

People

Halcrow has over 7,500 employees.

Turnover

Approximately £400 million.

Geographic coverage

Halcrow operates through a network of nearly 30 UK and over 40 offices worldwide. Collectively, they are responsible for commissions in over 70 countries.

Core sectors

Transportation, water and power, maritime and property.