West Yorkshire based Route One is a specialist operator in the UK highways sector providing solutions for bridge deck maintenance and protection.

Route One has a number of long- term frameworks on the National Highways Scheme Delivery Frameworks across England.

It will now become part of Renew division Carnell Group.

Andrew Sharp, Carnell Group Managing Director, said: “Carnell has been providing specialist engineering services in the highways sector for over 30 years. By bringing Route One into the Group, we are expanding our specialist capability and accelerating our growth plans.

“We are looking forward to welcoming the Route One team into the Carnell family and continuing to provide clients with a high quality, reliable service.”

Gary Credland, Route One Business Development Director, added: “I am delighted that Route One has found a new home within the Carnell Group, that will allow us to continue to develop and grow.

“We are looking forward to working as an integral part of the Carnell team, and seeing the business continue to thrive under new ownership, as we embark on an exciting new chapter.”