Derry

What Derry does

Derry Ltd is a privately held mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services engineering subcontractor founded in 2009 and headquartered at Balderton Hall, Newark, Nottinghamshire. The firm provides full-lifecycle M&E design and installation for commercial construction projects, covering heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical distribution, lighting, fire safety, security, and renewable energy systems. Its technical differentiator is BIM Level 2 3D design and coordination, which partner architects describe as ahead of larger industry peers, used to reduce clashes and rework across complex builds.

The company operates a project-based, design-bid-build revenue model, delivering single contracts valued from £2.5m to £100m+ for main contractors, developers, and direct end-clients. Customer segments span hospitality (Travelodge, Apex Hotels, Shiva Hotels), education and research (University of Nottingham research facilities, Nottingham Science Park), public infrastructure (Lincoln Transport Hub, South Holland Health and Wellbeing), luxury residential (Mayfair Park Residences), and food manufacturing (Noble Foods). Repeat engagement with main contractors — notably GF Tomlinson (eight joint projects), Willmott Dixon, Ellmer Construction, and McLaren — is a defining feature of its go-to-market, alongside an enterprise field sales motion and a portfolio-led marketing approach.

Derry Ltd holds NIC Approved Contractor status, ISO 9001:2019, ECA Registered Member, BCA Building Confidence Advanced membership, and BIM Level 2 with ISO-accredited principles, supporting tender eligibility across UK public and framework work. The firm is recognised on the London Stock Exchange Group's "1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain" (2019) and has won regional industry awards (LABC 2020, Bricks Awards 2020, RICS 2020 shortlist). Operations are UK-wide, covering East Midlands, London, South West, South East, and East of England.

Name

Derry

Legal name

Derry Ltd

Website

https://derryltd.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Derry Ltd is a UK mechanical and electrical building services engineering subcontractor providing BIM Level 2 design and installation across hospitality, education, public infrastructure, and luxury residential construction, serving main contractors and developers on projects ranging from £2.5m to £100m+.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Services Engineering

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210), Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413), Nonresidential Building Construction (2362), Engineering Services (541330)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731), Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Office & Corporate Building Construction (IMAFACAA)

Keywords

• Mechanical electrical engineering
• Building services design
• MEP installation
• BIM coordination services
• Sustainable construction engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Newark

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. M&E Design and Installation Services: Derry Ltd generates revenue through providing full mechanical and electrical engineering design and installation services for construction projects. Projects are typically one-time engagements for specific construction contracts, ranging from refurbishments (£2.5m) to new build developments (£100m+). Services are delivered through design-bid-build arrangements with main contractors and developers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Derry Ltd provides full mechanical and electrical (M&E) design and installation services for commercial construction projects in the UK. The company delivers complete building services engineering from initial concept and BIM coordination through installation of HVAC, electrical distribution, lighting, fire safety, security, and renewable energy systems, to commissioning and handover. Projects typically range from £2.5m refurbishments to £100m+ new build developments across hospitality, education, healthcare, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Product overview

Derry Ltd is a mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services engineering company offering a unified suite of design and installation services. The company provides comprehensive M&E solutions including mechanical systems (heating, cooling, ventilation, air conditioning), electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, data transmission), fire safety, security systems, and renewable energy technologies. Their core service offering encompasses full project lifecycle delivery from initial design through BIM coordination to final installation and commissioning, serving diverse sectors including hotels, education, healthcare, manufacturing, leisure, and commercial properties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Design and Installation Services Full design and installation service for mechanical and electrical systems including air conditioning, heating, ventilation, electrical distribution, lighting, and safety equipment using advanced BIM modelling capabilities. Delivered to main contractors and developers across UK construction projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 28% reduction in carbon emissions (300+ tonnes annual CO2 reduction) at Travelodge London Docklands
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Willmott DixoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term strategic partnership with Willmott Dixon as main contractor on multiple projects including Nottingham Science Park, Lincoln Transport Hub, South Holland Health and Wellbeing Centre. Derry Ltd appointed for consistent M&E design and installation approach across projects.
• GF TomlinsoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with GF Tomlinson as main contractor on University of Nottingham projects including Biodiscovery Institute (8th project together), Advanced Manufacturing Building, and Castle Meadow Campus. Partnership delivering consistent quality and collaborative approach.
• Ellmer ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with Ellmer Construction for prestigious London projects including Mayfair Park Residences, The Other House Covent Garden, and Marylebone Lane Hotel. Relationship has expanded to include subsequent Shiva Hotels projects.
• Shiva HotelscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership with Shiva Hotels for luxury hotel developments including Mayfair Park Residences, Marylebone Lane Hotel, and The BoTree Hotel. Derry Ltd delivers M&E fit out for high-end boutique hotels.
• Cadogan EstatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Cadogan Estates for prestigious Sloane Street developments including At Sloane hotel and 51-52 Sloane Street. Working with McLaren Construction Group on behalf of the developer.
• Travelodge Hotel LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreferred M&E partner for Travelodge hotel developments including London Docklands Central Hotel (£100m+) and previous Aldgate flagship hotel. Delivered Travelodge's most sustainable hotel to date with A energy rating and BREEAM Excellent.
• Engineering Supply Chain SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership comprising Derby City Council, Cranfield University, and University of Derby behind the Innovation Centre Derby project at Infinity Park, funded by Government Regional Growth Fund and EU Regional Development Fund.
• Tarragon Development / Andrew WhiteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExecutive Chairman Andrew White praised Derry's team culture and problem-solving approach on Travelodge London Docklands project, highlighting collaborative open and transparent working relationship.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NG Bailey: One of the UK's largest independent M&E and building services contractors. Direct peer providing mechanical, electrical, and BIM-coordinated design and installation across commercial, education, healthcare, and public infrastructure projects, competing for the same main contractor appointments as Derry.
• SES Engineering Services: UK M&E contractor delivering design, installation, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical building services. Directly comparable to Derry in target sectors (commercial, education, hotels) and main contractor-led project delivery model.
• TClarke: London-listed UK mechanical and electrical contractor with a long track record in commercial and institutional building services. Closely comparable to Derry in core electrical contracting capability and main contractor subcontracting model.
• Lorne Stewart: UK building services contractor with M&E design and installation heritage, including heritage and high-end hospitality projects (e.g., At Sloane). Direct competitor to Derry for London-based commercial and hospitality M&E packages.
• Dodd Group: Mid-sized UK M&E and building services contractor working across commercial, education, healthcare, and public sector. Comparable scale and service mix to Derry, including BIM-based design and project-based main contractor engagements.
• Bowers Electricals: UK M&E contractor delivering mechanical and electrical services to commercial, education, and industrial clients. Comparable to Derry in offering both design coordination and on-site installation under main contractor-led tenders.
• Michael Dyson Associates: UK mechanical and electrical building services contractor with similar project types (hotels, education, leisure, commercial). Directly comparable in size, BIM-enabled design offering, and subcontractor delivery model.

Regional players

• Hilton Building Services: UK-based M&E contractor operating in adjacent regions with a similar profile of commercial, residential, and hotel building services. Comparable offering, though less direct overlap on Derry's flagship London and East Midlands projects.

Broad incumbents

• Willmott Dixon (M&E delivery arm): Major UK Tier 1 main contractor that both uses and competes with independent M&E subcontractors. Comparable in end-deliverable (full M&E scope) but operates in-house at significantly larger scale, representing a potential vertical integration threat to specialist firms like Derry.
• Skanska (UK building services): Global contractor with significant UK building services capability across commercial, education, and public infrastructure. Operates a much broader portfolio than Derry but competes for many of the same main-contractor-led M&E packages.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DerryLtd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/derry-ltd

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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