Woolpert Acquires Geomatics Data Solutions to Expand Maritime Geospatial Capabilities
May 22, 2019
Woolpert has acquired Geomatics Data Solutions (GDS), a marine and terrestrial survey data firm, to add bathymetric lidar and hydrographic surveying expertise to its geospatial services. The acquisition establishes a Maritime Solutions market within Woolpert's Geospatial sector and expands the firm's ability to deliver integrated land-to-nearshore elevation data for government and commercial clients.
- Buyers
- Woolpert
- Targets
- Geomatics Data Solutions (GDS)
- Sellers
- Ben Hocker, Dushan Arumugam
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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