NorDan/PDS Acquisition June 2025

Performance Doorset Solutions acquired by NorDan

Performance Doorset Solutions acquired by NorDan

NorDan, a manufacturer of high-performance timber and aluminium clad timber windows and doors, has acquired a majority shareholding in Performance Doorset Solutions (PDS), a door manufacturer based in Littleborough, Greater Manchester.

NorDan’s strategic acquisition is said to reinforce its commitment to strengthening its presence in the UK entrance door market.

Founded in 2003, PDS is reportedly renowned for its supply and delivery of fully certified, high-quality fire door sets, including FD30, FD60 and Secure by Design entrance doors.

The company’s reputation for quality and compliance is said to align well with NorDan’s portfolio, which includes the high-performance NTech range of windows and doors, as well as the StormGuard window designed for extreme conditions.

NorDan serves a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, social housing and major construction projects across the UK and Northern Europe. This acquisition strengthens the ability to offer a more comprehensive and tailored range of high-performance entrance door solutions to the market.

A continunity of leadership

The current Directors of PDS, will retain a significant shareholding and continue to be represented at Board level, ensuring continuity of leadership and vision.

Craig Greenwood, Managing Director of NorDan UK, said: “We are proud and excited to take a controlling interest in PDS and look forward to working closely with the management team. This joint venture significantly strengthens NorDan’s position in the UK market.”

Tim Fairley, Managing Director at PDS, commented: “We are very excited to build a significant business together with NorDan. As a family-owned business approaching its 100th anniversary in 2026, we share a strong commitment to our people, innovation, sustainability and long-term growth.”

Dag Kroslid, Group CEO of the NorDan Group, added: “As one of Northern Europe’s leading door and window manufacturers, the acquisition of PDS further enhances our capabilities in the entrance door sector. We look forward to delivering sustainable windows and doors to the combined customer base of PDS and NorDan.”

Johannes Rasmussen, CMO of the NorDan Group, commented: “This partnership not only expands our product offering but also reinforces our brand value across markets. With PDS’s reputation for excellence and NorDan’s legacy of innovation, we see exciting opportunities to deliver even more value to our customers than ever before. Together, we aim to tell a stronger, unified story around quality, trust and performance.”

As NorDan and PDS begin this new chapter together, both teams are focused on seamless integration, knowledge sharing and continued customer satisfaction. The partnership not only aligns with NorDan’s long-term growth strategy but also signals a shared ambition to lead with integrity, quality and innovation.

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