Thales completes acquisition Of Gemalto

Completed in 15 months, the acquisition of Gemalto by Thales for €4.8 billion creates a Group on a new scale and a global leader in digital identity and security employing 80,000 people. The larger Thales will master all the technologies underpinning the critical decision chain for companies, organisations and governments. Incorporating the talent and technologies…

Thales and Gemalto create a world leader in digital security

Thales and Gemalto have announce that they have reached an agreement on a recommended all-cash offer for all issued and outstanding ordinary shares of Gemalto, for a price of €51 per share cum dividend. "The acquisition of Gemalto marks a key milestone in the implementation of Thales's strategy. Together with Gemalto's management, we have big…