SAM Acquires GdB Geospatial
March 12, 2024
SAM, a national provider of Managed Geospatial and Inspection services based in Austin, Texas, has merged GdB Geospatial into its SAM-NY Geospatial subsidiary, making the merged entity a 100% owned subsidiary of SAM. The transaction expands SAM's capabilities and footprint in geomatics, GIS, and spatial data management across utility, transportation, and public works markets.
- Buyers
- SAM
- Targets
- GdB Geospatial
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- New York, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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