Hankinson Whittle Company Update Back

Date published: December 20, 2023

RW Integrated Solutions completes Hankinson Whittle acquisition and new Managing Director, Sam Frame, appointed.

Hankinson Whittle is delighted to announce that it has been acquired by RW Integrated Solutions.

RW Integrated Solutions is a specialist in Property Services, Maintenance and Painting. This acquisition represents a significant opportunity to further enhance our market position and drive continued growth. 

RW Integrated Solutions CEO Ben Russell shared the following thoughts:

“Hankinson Whittle's reputation in the property maintenance industry is irrefutable and we are thrilled to be able to bring this company under the ownership of RW Integrated Solutions. The addition of Hankinson Whittle compliments the group’s current portfolio of companies, and we are thrilled to welcome the nearly 200 employees into the group.

“We are very pleased to welcome Sam Frame, who succeeds Neil Hand, as Managing Director at Hankinson Whittle.

“In addition to Finance Director Gordon Spence, who has made significant improvements since joining the business earlier in the year, Sam brings extensive experience in the sectors and markets we operate in, and we're eager to witness the growth and success the company will achieve in the years to come.”

Hankinson Whittle has experienced notable success in recent years by securing positions on national Housing Frameworks and cultivating long-lasting customer relationships. These have led to significant benefits for our customers and business growth within our targeted sectors. Specific service offerings such as damp and mould remediation, cyclical maintenanceand refurbishment projects, have allowed Hankinson Whittle to develop and invest in a diverse in-house labour and management team, split across six locations with over 150 trade colleagues and 45 management and operational support colleagues. This enables the company to offer its clients a truly national service throughout England and Wales. 

Hankinson Whittle is also well known for its Protective Coatings division, providing turnkey solutions for over 40 years, including cathodic protection, marine coatings and protective coatings. Their expertise in protective coatings ensures the longevity and resilience of industrial structures including bridges, industrial sites and petrochemical complexes.

Sam Frame brings a wealth of industry experience and fresh perspectives to our organisation and will undoubtedly propel Hankinson Whittle to new heights.  

Commenting on his appointment, Sam Frame said:

"I am thrilled to become a part of Hankinson Whittle, a company renowned for its excellent reputation in the industry. This marks an exciting new chapter in my career, and I eagerly anticipate witnessing the company's continued growth and success in the years ahead. Hankinson's clear strategy for expansion within the housing sector, coupled with its impressive portfolio of clients across all sectors, is something I'm excited to be a part of.

“I would also like to extend my gratitude to Neil Hand for his valuable contributions to Hankinson Whittle, particularly for his role in expanding the company's offerings as a property maintenance contractor.”