
Your partner in precision engineering

About Us
A Legacy of Engineering Excellence
Founded in 1978 by James Hughes, KRG Specialist Engineering carries the initials of his three sons, reflecting its origins as a family-run business built on strong values, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality. Over more than four decades, KRG has expanded significantly, acquiring aligned businesses to enhance its capabilities and industry reach. Today, we continue to evolve and innovate, staying true to our foundations of craftsmanship, engineering excellence, and precision manufacturing.
Supporting Industry & Driving Economic Growth
As a key player in precision machining, manufacturing, and assembly, KRG plays a vital role in supporting
local jobs, apprenticeships, and the wider supply chain. Our investment in skilled talent and advanced
manufacturing helps drive Scotland's industrial economy, ensuring we deliver high-quality engineering
solutions while fostering innovation and sustainability.
With over 45 years of experience, KRG continues to lead in precision engineering, technical innovation,
and customer-driven solutions. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, we remain
at the forefront of precision manufacturing, delivering quality, reliability, and efficiency to every project.

Our Sectors
OIL & GAS
KRG has an esteemed track record supporting many OEM and Oil & Gas customers globally. Being a leading supplier of choice offering full turnkey solutions in the manufacture of various projects over 20 years, has escalated KRG within this Industry to a first class option.
AEROSPACE
Since our AS9100 Rev D accreditation award in 2018, KRG are starting to break into aerospace manufacture and promoting a segregated workshop with 20,000 square metres of space within the Coatbridge facility with machine tool investment dedicated to this Industry.
DEFENCE
KRG carry great pride supporting the manufacture of critical components for projects within the defence sector. From submarine optronic components to battle group thermal imaging systems and sonar equipment.
FOOD
Design, manufacture and commissioning of various machines spanning over 40 years has put KRG as a No1 supplier within the Food Industry with outstanding testimonials from our major customer.
RENEWABLES
Includes manufacturing of anchoring systems supporting floating wind farm projects as well as J-Tube cable array connections.

Our Services
Precision Engineering and Manufacturing
Special Purpose Manufacture
Non Destructive Testing (NDT)
Welding, Cladding and Heat Treatment
(CMM) and Quality Management
Surface Treatments
Assemblies and Testing
Refurbishment and Upgrade

