Harris Corporation to Acquire Schlumberger Global Connectivity Services
Thursday, November 18, 2010 @ 10:11 PM
Harris Corporation an international communications and information technology company, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Global Connectivity Services (GCS) business from Schlumberger Information Solutions, an operating unit of Schlumberger Limited (NYSE: SLB). The acquisition will significantly extend Harris’ capabilities as a global provider of mission-critical, end-to-end managed satellite communications services for customers operating in remote and harsh environments – including the energy, government and maritime industries.