RMA Expands Geotechnical Engineering Capabilities with A3GEO Acquisition

RMA, a leading provider of professional services in environmental consulting and geosciences, has announced its acquisition of A3GEO, a renowned provider of geotechnical, geologic, and earthquake engineering services in Northern California. This strategic move is part of RMA's aggressive growth strategy to establish a national platform that supports the development of critical infrastructure projects. With this acquisition, RMA aims to strengthen its service offerings in California and pursue federally funded projects across the Western United States.

Founded in 2010, A3GEO specializes in identifying, characterizing, and mitigating geohazard-related risks associated with ground shaking, land sliding, and liquefaction. The company serves both public and private customers across various sectors and provides expertise from initial risk assessment to foundation design. Led by founders Dona Kelly, PE, GE, and Wayne Magnusen, PE, GE, A3GEO will operate as a business unit of RMA GeoScience, with Dona Kelly assuming the role of President for the combined group.

The acquisition of A3GEO brings added resources and expertise to RMA's portfolio, enhancing their geotechnical, geologic, and seismic service offerings in California. This strategic partnership strengthens their capabilities, certifications, and key client relationships, allowing them to pursue a wider range of federally funded projects throughout the Western United States.

Ed Lyon, CEO of RMA, expressed his enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, "The addition of A3GEO to the RMA Family of Companies strengthens our geotechnical, geologic, and seismic service offerings in California. The addition of A3GEO's capabilities, certifications, and key client relationships will allow us to pursue a wide range of federally funded projects throughout the Western United States." This acquisition aligns with RMA's commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and employee development.

Dona Kelly, one of the founders of A3GEO, expressed excitement about the growth opportunities resulting from the merger. She stated, "We have built an extensive track record of customer service and employee development as a top-tier geotechnical, geological, and seismic engineering firm in Northern California. This acquisition will bring new resources and expertise to our customers, and we are excited to continue our growth strategy."

Wayne Magnusen, also a founder of A3GEO, echoed Dona Kelly's sentiments, saying, "I am thrilled to have taken this step as it will open new doors for our clients and create opportunities for our professional staff."

RMA Companies, established in 1962 and headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, California, is a leading provider of professional services in environmental consulting, geosciences, and materials testing and inspection. Their team of engineers, geologists, inspectors, and technicians helps infrastructure asset owners, engineering firms, and construction companies maintain compliance and meet regulatory requirements through a range of geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing services. RMA is a portfolio company of OceanSound Partners, a private equity firm based in New York.

A3GEO, on the other hand, provides geotechnical, geologic, and seismic consulting services to both public and private clients. Their array of services includes geotechnical and geologic investigations, seismic engineering, ground motion studies, and construction-phase observation and testing. A3GEO serves a diverse set of clients across various market sectors.

The acquisition of A3GEO by RMA marks an important milestone in RMA's growth strategy. The resources and expertise brought by A3GEO will undoubtedly strengthen RMA's geotechnical engineering capabilities, enabling them to undertake more complex projects and expand their geographic reach.

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