Weir Group plc
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom · Energy, Mining, mining & metals
The Weir Group PLC is a leading engineering company focused on making mining and infrastructure operations more sustainable and efficient. The company provides highly engineered technology and digital solutions to reduce energy, water, and waste usage while lowering the total cost of ownership for its clients. Founded in 1871, Weir operates in over 50 countries.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Employees
- 2,000
- Industries
- Energy, Mining, mining & metals
- Status
- Public (WEGRY)
- Website
- global.weir
- Company page
Recent activity at Weir Group plc
- : Weir Group to acquire Micromine for $400 million
- : Weir Group acquires Fast2Mine for expansion
- : Weir Group acquires Townley Engineering for £111 million
- : Weir completes $840m acquisition of Micromine
- : Weir acquires Micromine for $840m
- : Weir Group to acquire Micromine for £657m
- : The Weir Group PLC and Olayan Saudi Holding Company announce new joint venture for mining technology solutions in Saudi Arabia
- : Weir Group appoints Brian Puffer as Chief Financial Officer
Leadership
- Brian Puffer
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Weir Group plc in the news
- What Does The Weir Group (LSE:WEIR) Leadership Handover Mean For Its Mining Technology Push? - Kalkine Media (Oct 13, 2026)
- Weir Minerals to expand HQ in downtown Fort Worth tower - The Business Journals (Feb 11, 2026)
- Andrew Neilson to succeed Jon Stanton as Chief Executive Officer of Weir - Global Mining Review (May 01, 2026)
- Dewatering Pumps in Mining Market Size, Share | Forecast, 2035 - Global Market Insights Inc. (May 14, 2026)
- CAVEX® hydrocyclones improve recovery by up to 2% at Montana Resources - International Mining (Jun 01, 2026)
- Why Did Weir Group PLC LSE:WEIR Rise 1.65% Amid a Firmer Tone Across London-Listed Engineering Shares? - kalkine.ca (Sep 22, 2026)
- Weir Group shares plunge despite decent results - Investors' Chronicle (Mar 04, 2026)
- How The Weir Group (LSE:WEIR) Narrative Is Shifting As Analysts Rework Price Targets - Yahoo Finance (Jun 06, 2026)
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About Weir Group plc: questions and answers
What does Weir Group plc do?
The Weir Group PLC is a leading engineering company focused on making mining and infrastructure operations more sustainable and efficient. The company provides highly engineered technology and digital solutions to reduce energy, water, and waste usage while lowering the total cost of ownership for its clients. Founded in 1871, Weir operates in over 50 countries.
Where is Weir Group plc headquartered?
Weir Group plc is headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.
How many employees does Weir Group plc have?
Weir Group plc has about 2,000 employees.
What is the latest news on Weir Group plc?
On Oct 16, 2025, Weir Group to acquire Micromine for $400 million
Is Weir Group plc a public company?
Yes. Weir Group plc is publicly traded under the ticker WEGRY.
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