NEARLY 20 jobs have been saved after the buyout of a Warrington company.

Svella Plc has purchased two Aberla Group business operations from administrators.

This means 19 jobs have been safeguarded.

Svella Plc has taken over the entire Birchwood-based Aberla Energy business which will continue as a standalone trading entity under its Svella Infrastructure division.

Meanwhile it has also acquired the rights to and interest in fibre network infrastructure business Aberla Utilities.

Lee Marks, director at Svella Plc, said: “We are delighted to have safeguarded 19 skilled roles in sectors with significant growth potential and we welcome Aberla employees to the Svella family.

“The rising cost of fuel, global focus on decarbonising transport and the expansion of electric vehicle infrastructure across the UK means the acquisition of Aberla Energy is of strategic significance to Svella Plc.

“Its service proposition is complementary to Svella Connect and allows us to leverage our digital infrastructure expertise to target growth in the fast-developing electric vehicle charging market.

“Aberla Utilities has strong capability and expertise in network design, which is a great strategic fit and really bolsters Svella Connect’s current customer offering.

“With the industry ramping up to deliver Government targets around full-fibre and EV charging, these acquisitions will create exciting commercial opportunities in line with our vision for long-term, sustainable growth.”

Jason Elliott, joint administrator and partner at Cowgills, said: “Having suffered extremely difficult times the Aberla board was required to make some difficult decisions. However, with our guidance, their backing and the unwavering interest shown by Svella Plc, we were able to successfully complete these deals thereby ensuring the continuity of 19 jobs. I wish Svella Plc and everyone associated the very best for the future.”