NorDan announces the acquisition of a majority stake in Esk Glazing Ltd, a leading supplier of glazing and specialist interiors in Arbroath, to expand its regional operations and improve service delivery across Scotland’s public, residential, and commercial sectors.
Founded in 1974 by Eric Irons and now led by his son Craig Irons, Esk Glazing has 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 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, have set a strong foundation for growth. Under NorDan, these facilities and skills will now deliver even greater efficiency, choice and service to clients across Scotland.
From fully certified insulated fire doors to bespoke glazing solutions, Esk Glazing's capabilities enhance NorDan's offering, enabling additional integrated, end-to-end solutions that combine quality, durability, and design flexibility.
The acquisition also enhances NorDan’s existing regional footprint in Scotland, which includes established team hubs in Aberdeen, Inverness, and Livingston. NorDan’s Scotland North and Scotland South divisions already deliver tailored solutions across a wide geography, from urban regeneration sites to rural and coastal developments. Esk Glazing will now play a key role in enhancing NorDan’s delivery capacity, skilled workforce, and additional local presence - particularly in the East of Scotland. As the existing Director, Craig Irons of Esk Glazing will retain a significant shareholding and ensure continuity of leadership, customer relationships, and long-term vision.
“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 can strengthen our capacity across Scotland while maintaining the local knowledge and responsiveness that customers value," said Craig Greenwood - Managing Director, NorDan UK
“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 - together we're well positioned to not only preserve but also enhance the people-focused service our customers know and trust," said Craig Irons - Regional Director, Esk Glazing.
“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," said Dag Kroslid - CEO, NorDan Group.
This milestone reflects a shared commitment to long-term investment, local expertise, and the evolving needs of the Scottish built environment. By combining NorDan’s scale and sustainability focus with Esk Glazing’s deep regional roots and hands-on approach, the partnership is set to deliver lasting value for customers, communities, and the wider construction industry - strengthening resilience where it matters most.
“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," said Tore Rasmussen - Group Chairman, NorDan Group.
NorDan UK's investment in Esk Glazing comes only two months after the acquisition of PDS Doorsets in Littleborough, England. The combination of the two acquisitions strengthens NorDan's ability to offer end-to-end high-quality building envelope solutions to the UK market.
Find out more at www.NorDan.co.uk and www.eskglazing.co.uk