NorDan Secures Majority Shareholding in Esk Glazing to Strengthen UK Market Reach
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.
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.
Tore Rasmussen - Group Chairman, NorDan Group
