SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd recently announced the acquisition of Robertson GeoConsultants Inc (RGC) as of November 1, 2024. RGC is a global consulting firm that specialises in mine water characterisation, geochemistry and acid rock drainage/metal leaching, hydrology, hydrogeology and groundwater modelling for the mining industry. The move comes just after SLR Consulting announced the acquisition of Wardell Armstrong in the UK in October.
Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, RGC has completed over 150 projects in 16 countries at some of the largest and most remote mines in the world. The statement said: “RGC brings a highly skilled team of engineers and scientists known for their technical excellence and a commitment to delivering innovative, practical solutions for clients. The addition of RGC to the SLR team represents another step forward for SLR in the building of our capability and industry profile, significantly strengthening our integrated mine water services capabilities in Canada and globally.”
It added that RGC’s focus on advancing leading environmental approaches and technologies aligns with SLR values and mission of Making Sustainability Happen. Craig Johnston, SLR Canada’s Managing Director, said, “We share common visions and values with RGC, and I am thrilled to welcome them to our team. As SLR continues to grow and build out our services, RGC is a strategic addition in a highly specialized technical area related to mine water management. We look forward to leveraging their expertise to continue delivering value-driven solutions and build trusted partnerships with our clients.”
Christoph Wels, RGC’s President and Senior Hydrogeologist, added: “We are excited to join the SLR team. At RGC, we prioritise technical excellence, innovation, client relationships, and fostering a strong team culture – ideals that we also see reflected at SLR. This alignment makes it a great partnership. We look forward to contributing our experience and skills to SLR while expanding our team and client base, across Canada and the world.”