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MONTREAL — WSP Global Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire GCM Corpo Inc., a Canadian provider of engineering consulting and specialist services for the energy and industrial sectors.

The company has a presence in Québec, Western and Atlantic �鶹��ýӳ��, explains a release, and employs approximately 600 professionals, serving clients in a broad range of end markets, including energy, industrial and mining and metals.

The proposed acquisition will expand WSP’s platform in �鶹��ýӳ�� by growing its core engineering consulting business and broadening access to clients in the energy and industrial sectors, including original equipment manufacturers.

The proposed transaction will also strengthen WSP’s capabilities in process engineering, industrial digitalization, operational technology (OT) cybersecurity, project and �鶹��ýӳ�� management, project procurement, detailed engineering and environmental services, the release notes.

A portion of the purchase price for the transaction will be paid in WSP common shares to the sellers, including Fonds de solidarité FTQ, GCM Corpo’s largest shareholder.

“GCM Corpo is highly complementary to WSP and a strong strategic fit for our business. �鶹��ýӳ��’s energy and industrial sectors are evolving rapidly, driving demand for the scale, technology and expertise needed to support growth. Welcoming GCM Corpo will enhance our position across the energy and industrial value chain and expand our ability to partner with clients on some of the country’s most important and complex projects,” said Alexandre L’Heureux, president and Chief Executive Officer of WSP, in a statement. “This transaction reflects our strong confidence in �鶹��ýӳ��’s long-term potential as a leader in the energy, industrial and mining sectors.”

“As we considered the next chapter for GCM Corpo, it became clear that joining WSP would allow us to accelerate the momentum we have created and pursue our ambitions from an even stronger position,” added Jonathan Clément, president of GCM Corpo. “WSP shares our roots, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to technical excellence. We believe joining forces will allow us to build on the strengths and culture that have made GCM Corpo successful, while creating new opportunities for our people and delivering even greater value to our clients”.

Completion of the transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approval. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2026.