MERGER: Golder and HB Lanarc Consultants

VANCOUVER - Golder Associates, a leader in consulting, design, and construction services in earth, environment, and the related areas of energy, has merged with HB Lanarc Consultants, an award-winning, full-service "green solutions" consultancy that specialises in planning and design for sustainability. Adding to Golder Associates' core services in earth and environment, HB Lanarc brings long-established expertise in planning, design, and engagement efforts for urban, suburban and rural settings.

The union enhances Golder's planning capabilities in urban communities, sustainable development, energy management and development, and consultation/facilitation. This deal is important for HB Lanarc as it gains more reach and opportunity in Canada and around the world for their innovative ideas, and more resources to build up their team and tools.

HB Lanarc will retain its existing locations in Nanaimo, BC, and Vancouver, BC.

Please see www.Golder.com.