SAM Companies Acquires John F. Watson & Company
March 9, 2021
SAM Companies, a national geospatial and construction services firm based in Austin, Texas, has acquired John F. Watson & Company, a Midland, Texas-based geospatial services and consulting firm that specializes in renewable energy and natural resource development. The acquisition expands SAM's capabilities and client relationships in the renewable energy and electric utility markets and adds JFWCo staff and leadership to SAM's team.
- Buyers
- SAM Companies
- Targets
- John F. Watson & Company
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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