BGF-backed Hydrock, a UK-based engineering design consultancy, agreed to acquire MRB Consulting Engineers, an engineering consultancy practice offering clients in the property and construction industry. Financial terms were not disclosed. “Joining Hydrock, a well-respected, employee-focused company, is the perfect next step for the ambitions of our team and the growth of our client offer. I’ve got to know several of the Hydrock senior team over the past few months, and the obvious synergies in our staff culture and client approach makes me very excited for the future,” John McElwee, MRB’s Managing Director.