Ardent, a leading practice in land, consent management and stakeholder engagement, has strengthened its national footprint with the launch of three new offices in Cardiff, Newcastle and Peterborough. The move underpins the company’s ambitious growth strategy and reflects rising demand for its expertise across the property, development, and infrastructure sectors.
Already established in key cities including London, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Warrington, Glasgow and Dublin, Ardent has built a strong reputation for delivering on major regeneration and infrastructure schemes across the UK and Ireland. The newly opened offices have been strategically selected to support existing contracts – from utilities work with Welsh Water to a pipeline of renewable energy projects in eastern England – while positioning the business to secure new opportunities in fast-growing regions.
Growth Trajectory and Recruitment Drive
Ardent has experienced sustained expansion in recent years, with its team now numbering more than 220 professionals. Continued recruitment is a central part of its strategy, with the company seeking both seasoned consultants and emerging talent across its four core sectors: utilities, renewables, transport and regeneration. Significant investment in training and development ensures that the next generation of specialists are well-equipped to support the complex challenges of national infrastructure delivery.
Strategic Vision
Carl Weaver, Chief Operating Officer at Ardent, said the expansion was a natural next step:
“We identified the regions where we wanted to grow, both to consolidate our current operations and to anticipate future market opportunities. Cardiff, Newcastle and Peterborough are thriving centres where transformative projects are already underway. Establishing a presence in these locations is an important step in our ongoing journey of growth.”
Jonathan Stott, Group Managing Director, highlighted Ardent’s role in shaping the UK’s development landscape:
“From the Great Grid Upgrade to major transport initiatives, Ardent teams are supporting projects that are fundamental to the economy and to society as a whole. Whether it’s land referencing, assembly, consents management or valuation, our expertise is contributing directly to the success of schemes that will define the future of the UK and Ireland.”
