Amey Strengthens Its Defenses, Cementing Leadership in the Military Sector

Amey Takes Full Ownership of Defence Equipment Joint Venture

What the Deal Means

Amey has just made a clean sweep of AmeyBriggs, the defence equipment joint venture, after buying out its partner Briggs. Think of it as a “one‑man” move, but for a firm that’s already doing a lot of heavy lifting at the Ministry of Defence.

Joint Venture Background

Operating from over 20 sites across the UK.
Provides fleets of construction and material‑handling gear, plus other vital plant for the MOD.
Recently landed a contract to support and manage airfield ancillary equipment for the RAF.

Future Plans

With full control, Amey is primed to broaden its services and ramp up capabilities in the defence sector. The vision is to keep the UK’s military gears humming while expanding into new angles of support.

Amey CEO Speaks

Andy Milner shares that this move is a big win for the company’s heritage in defence.

“We’re thrilled to deepen Amey’s reach in the defence world. From building Royal Air Force airbases in World War II to maintaining Whitehall’s Main Building, this partnership has always been part of who we are. AmeyBriggs has delivered solid service and nailed strong customer relationships – everything our team can celebrate. The transfer opens doors for growth, new capabilities, and fresh resources for our defence offerings.”

Milner emphasizes that service excellence is the top priority, and that they’ll continue to empower the team to seize new growth opportunities in these uncertain times.

Briggs Group Reacts

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director of Briggs Group, says the deal is close and leaves the contract in good hands.

“Completing this transfer was a pleasure. We combined expertise to win the MITER contract back in 2020, and the success of that project proves our people are top‑notch. I wish the Amey Defence team the very best as they carry on the work.”

Team and Values

About 140 employees and supply chain members who were part of the AmeyBriggs contract will bring a rich mix of knowledge, skills, and experience into the wider Amey Group.