This acquisition of Premise marks Amey’s return to the Australian market after a five-year absence, signalling its commitment to international expansion. Brisbane-based Premise supplies consulting engineering services across the built environment, water, environmental, renewables and transport sectorts. Amey chief executive Andy Milner said: “It’s an exciting opportunity to join forces with a company so deeply embedded in Australia’s regional communities. Premise has demonstrated a strong commitment to place-based solutions, trusted client relationships, and technical excellence along with values that closely align with our own. This is a substantial step in Amey’s journey to put consulting at the heart of its growth strategy.