Shepherd takes over Bell Ingram

SURVEYing firm J&E Shepherd has taken over Bell Ingram Commercial to create what it described as “Ayrshire’s largest commercial property agency”.

Kevin Bell, an associate in the commercial department of Shepherd, said: “Bell Ingram Commercial is a niche practice that has developed a strong presence in Ayrshire over many years through the efforts of its directors, John Cowan and Pat Cairney. We are delighted with this merger, which will see both John and Pat assume the role of consultants to the firm.”

Staff from Shepherd’s current Ayr office will move into Bell Ingram’s base.