Core Insights - Ardurra Group, Inc. has acquired MKN & Associates, a California-based firm specializing in water and wastewater engineering services, enhancing its expertise in the water sector [1][2][3] Company Overview - Ardurra is ranked 75 on Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list and is consistently among the top 20 firms in ENR's Water Sourcebook rankings for water and wastewater [2] - MKN, founded in 2012, has grown to over 85 professionals and has successfully delivered hundreds of water and wastewater projects for municipalities and public agencies [3][8] - The acquisition strengthens Ardurra's presence in the Western U.S. and complements its existing water practice [3] Leadership Statements - Ernesto Aguilar, President and CEO of Ardurra, emphasized MKN's reputation for solving complex challenges and the potential for shared strengths through this partnership [4] - Mike Nunley, President and CEO of MKN, highlighted the opportunity to enhance their mission and serve clients and the community more effectively through the partnership with Ardurra [4] Operational Details - MKN will continue to operate from its headquarters in San Luis Obispo, California, along with seven additional offices across the state [4] - Following the acquisition, Ardurra will have a combined team of approximately 2,100 employees across more than 100 offices nationwide [4]