Dental distribution platform acquires dental equipment and services business

05 September 2024

DD Group has announced the acquisition of McKillop Dental Equipment Ltd, a provider of tailored turnkey solutions for dental practices.

McKillop offers practice design, equipment sourcing, installation, cabinetry, and project management for all aspects of building works.

According to DD Group, the acquisition has enhanced the dental equipment and engineering services it offers in the UK. It provides strategic expansion into turnkey dental practice design, build and installation services.

Sam Tyrer, CEO of DD Group, said, “The acquisition of McKillop reinforces and expands our services capabilities, enabling us to continue the company’s growth in the UK dental market.

“Offering a new turnkey practice design and installation solution in the UK enables DD to provide the best possible service to our customers, providing a true one-stop-shop experience.”

DD Group benefits from the largest engineering team and infrastructure in the UK and Ireland and offers similar turnkey solutions through businesses acquired in France, Belgium and the Netherlands.

The company said the acquisition of McKillop complements its capabilities in the UK and Europe and offers significant potential for synergies and value creation opportunities.

Simon Pearce, managing director at McKillop, said, “We are truly excited by the combination with DD Group and the opportunity to leverage their engineering infrastructure and scale to continue growing the McKillop brand.”