SLR acquires Element Advisory

We are pleased to announce SLR has acquired Element Advisory; a leading Western Australian regulatory approvals and planning consultancy, with complimentary capabilities in social, cultural and digital services.

Led by CEO James Curtis, Element Advisory is a 65-person team of technical specialists with expertise in planning & regulatory approvals, social, heritage, digital and spatial services. For over 30 years they have delivered trusted advice supporting critical infrastructure projects, solving modern day ESG challenges and creating sustainable and vibrant urban communities. They are big thinkers who solve unique problems, navigating the complexities of regulatory, cultural, social and economic challenges facing governments, companies and communities to deliver clarity and impact.

The addition of Element Advisory will further strengthen SLR’s existing planning and approvals capabilities, expanding our contribution to the built environment, resources and renewable energy sector. This acquisition will also see our local presence in Perth grow to a team of more than 170, making it one of the largest specialist teams in the State.

Paul Gardiner, SLR Asia Pacific Managing Director said “I am thrilled to welcome James and the Element Advisory team to SLR. Their ability to navigate complex regulatory approvals pathways has been key to their long-term success and their addition to our APAC team will be extremely valuable to our clients and partners in the built environment, infrastructure and renewables sectors. This enhanced technical capability will bolster our ability to tackle some of the region's most complex sustainability challenges and achieve our purpose of Making Sustainability Happen.”

James Curtis, Element Advisory CEO commented “Element Advisory’s 30-year history has been built upon knowing how to future proof the most complex and unprecedented visions and deliver outcomes for our clients. By combining the technical, scientific, project management and regulatory approvals capabilities of both SLR and Element Advisory, we will be able to deliver even greater impact. We are excited about joining a truly global company, and the increased capability and opportunities this will provide our clients and team members”

Please visit the Element Advisory website for more details on their services, client experience, team and capabilities.