Twisted Group has announced the majority share acquisition of Coventry-based
SAC & Co. Engineering Design.
The integration of SAC & Co. with the Twisted Group addresses increasing demand across Twisted’s automotive and marine divisions, adding specialist in-house expertise in 3D geometry scanning, engineering surfacing design, custom tooling and hand-crafted sheet metal fabrication.
SAC & Co. has long operated as a specialist partner to Twisted. Most recently, the firm was instrumental in designing and developing the TRRC—Twisted’s bespoke re-interpretation of the classic two-door Range Rover. SAC & Co. conducted full 3D scanning of the donor vehicle geometry, collaborated on surfacing, developed dedicated tooling and continues to manufacture the hand-crafted 1.5mm aluminium outer body panels.
Jake Cronk, chief operating officer of Twisted Group, commented: "Acquiring SAC & Co. is a pivotal operational move for Twisted Group. Having worked with Steve Charlton and his team for years, we now bring their scanning, engineering, surfacing, tooling & fabrication capabilities directly into the business, completing our cradle-to-grave manufacturing capability.
“Combined with carbon fibre and advanced composite specialist KS Composites, Twisted Marine and Twisted Automotive, we now possess the ultimate toolbox for niche manufacturing as we expand in North America and other international markets."
SAC & Co. will retain its name, corporate structure and operational base in Coventry. The business will continue to service its external client base alongside Twisted projects.
Steve Charlton remains as Managing Director, leading SAC’s day-to-day operations. The deal allows SAC & Co. to build on its in-house talent, with the acquisition focused on streamlining production, increasing efficiency and scaling capability.
Steve Charlton, managing director of SAC & Co. Engineering Design, said: "Joining Twisted Group is a natural evolution of a relationship built over many years. Our expertise in digital scanning and engineering, rapid tooling, and hand fabrication aligns perfectly with Twisted’s uncompromising standards. Operating within the Twisted Group structure gives us the resources and stability to expand our capabilities while maintaining complete continuity for our existing commercial client relationships."
The transaction supports Twisted Group's strategy of international expansion, infrastructure investment in the United States and the development of future niche vehicle platforms.
The TRRC is available to order globally with 12 build slots per year and a starting price of £350,000.
Pic: TRRC: Twisted's version of the classic two door Range Rover