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As a result, WSP has now declared its offer unconditional and advised Opus that it has become the dominant owner for the purposes of the Takeovers Code.聽
鈥淭he approval from the Overseas Investment Office now enables the acquisition process to be completed and the amalgamation of our two companies to begin,鈥� said Opus chair Keith Watson. 鈥淥pus鈥� new ownership will create a significant opportunity for our people and clients, and we look forward to the benefits and strengths the joining of our companies will bring to us and the industry we serve.鈥�
WSP operates in a total 47 markets and now has a 42,000-strong workforce.
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