NorDan UK Expands Operations with Esk Glazing Acquisition

NorDan UK, part of the NorDan Group, has acquired a majority shareholding in Esk Glazing, expanding its operations in Northeast Scotland.

The acquisition expands NorDan UK’s reach across the north-east of Scotland, where the company has operated since 1981 and is headquartered in Livingston, with additional offices in Aberdeen and Inverness. NorDan UK reported a turnover of £96.9m in 2024 and has 6 showrooms across the UK.

This increased capacity is said to now enable faster project turnaround, broader service coverage, and stronger local responsiveness, further strengthening NorDan’s presence across public, residential, and commercial sectors.

Two companies with strong history

Founded in 1974 by Eric Irons and now led by his son Craig Irons, Esk Glazing has reportedly built a strong reputation in Northeast Scotland for supplying quality windows, doors, conservatories, and bespoke stained-glass design. Esk, which recently marked its 50th anniversary, joins NorDan, nearing its 100th, bringing together more than 150 years of combined industry experience.

Both companies have grown by pairing technical expertise with a people-first culture, values that have guided them for decades. Esk Glazing’s recently refurbished headquarters and expanded Trade Centre, alongside its strong expert team of 35+ staff, provide a solid foundation for growth. Under NorDan, these facilities and skills will now deliver even greater efficiency, choice and service to clients across Scotland.

Offering fully certified insulated fire doors to bespoke glazing solutions, Esk also strengthens NorDan’s portfolio, adding to an existing range of integrated, end-to-end solutions that deliver quality, durability, and design flexibility.

This milestone reflects a shared commitment to long-term investment, local expertise, and the evolving needs of the Scottish built environment, while enhancing delivery speed and local responsiveness for clients.

Like NorDan, Esk Glazing has maintained a strong family presence over its history, and Eric’s son, Craig Irons, will retain a significant shareholding to help maintain continuity, customer relationships, and the company’s long-term vision.

By combining NorDan’s scale and sustainability focus with Esk Glazing’s deep regional roots and hands-on approach, the partnership is poised to deliver lasting value for customers, communities, and the broader construction industry – strengthening resilience where it matters most.

NorDan UK’s investment into Esk Glazing comes hot on the heels of its acquisition of PDS Doors in Littleborough, Greater Manchester, highlighting NorDan’s ability to offer end-to-end, high-quality building envelope solutions to the UK market.

An ‘ideal partnership’

Craig Greenwood, Managing Director of NorDan UK, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Esk Glazing into the NorDan Group. Their deep regional roots, reputation for quality, shared values around sustainability and service make this an ideal partnership. Together, we strengthen capacity across Scotland while maintaining local knowledge and responsiveness.”

Dag Kroslid, Group CEO of the NorDan Group, added: “As one of Northern Europe’s leading door and window manufacturers, NorDan further strengthens its presence in the UK market with the acquisition of Esk Glazing. Both NorDan and Esk are family-owned, share a strong heritage, and are renowned for their high-quality products and outstanding service. I would like to congratulate both NorDan UK and Esk on this exciting new partnership which will add momentum to growing the business and delivering sustainable, high-performance windows and doors to customers across the UK.”

Craig Irons, Regional Director at Esk, commented: “This partnership marks a new chapter for Esk Glazing. We’re proud of our heritage and culture, and joining NorDan allows us to broaden our product range and technical resources—while preserving the personal, people-focused service our customers know and trust.”

Tore Rasmussen, Group Chairman of NorDan Group concluded: “Esk Glazing’s 50-year heritage, skilled workforce, and dedication to quality make them a perfect strategic fit. Both Esk and NorDan share a family-run, people-focused approach, and with NorDan also approaching a milestone on its 100th anniversary in 2026, this acquisition strengthens our presence in Scotland and enhances our ability to deliver trusted, future-proof solutions across the UK.”

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