Family run R.D. Jukes & Co was founded in 1968 and currently employs 29 people with a turnover of £6m.

The firm has extensive technical expertise across mains infrastructure, power  distribution and complex electrical systems, including standby power, UPS and IPS  solutions designed to support critical environments.

The business also delivers  advanced emergency lighting, electrical testing and compliance services, alongside specialist NHS systems such as nurse call, and life-safety systems, where reliability and  precision are essential.

The latest addition to the group enhances Ventro’s ability to deliver fully integrated, end to-end building compliance solutions, combining specialist electrical engineering  expertise with the group’s wider compliance offering.

Harvey Melvin CEO of Ventro Group said: “Bringing R.D. Jukes into the Group is another important step in strengthening our  presence in the Midlands. It reflects our continued commitment to the region and its  role in the long-term growth of Ventro Group.

“R.D. Jukes is a business with an exceptional track record and strong  cultural foundations. Their commitment to people, accountability, quality, collaboration  and respect closely aligns with Ventro’s own values and origins. Preserving that culture while providing the platform for future growth and success is incredibly important to us.”

Julian Jukes, Managing Director of R.D. Jukes, added: “As a family business, maintaining our values and reputation has always been so  important for us. Joining Ventro Group allows us to build on that legacy, while benefiting  from the scale, support and opportunity that comes with being part of a larger group.”