BT is continuing its global expansion programme by
acquiringComsat International, a data
communications providerthat supplies Latin
America.
This follows similar recent BT acquisitions in the US and India.
BT said Comsat International will bolster its global reach and
reinforce its ability to help customers address the challenges and
opportunities of globalisation.
Comsat International employs over 700 professionals with
in-depth knowledge of Latin American markets in 15 countries. The
company has its own extensive regional network and also provides
customers with datacentre, hosting and security services.
François Barrault, president for BT International, said, "This
acquisition will be an exciting milestone in the execution of our
strategy of well targeted acquisitions around the world, and will
strengthen BT's position as one of the global leaders in the
digital networked economy.”
The value of the acquisition has not been disclosed.
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