MEDIA RELEASE PR36944
WPCS Completes Acquisition of Australia Based Pride Electronic Security Systems
EXTON, Pa., Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
WPCS International Incorporated (Nasdaq: WPCS), a leader in design-build engineering services for
communications infrastructure, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pride Electronic
Security Systems located in Queensland, Australia. The purchase price included a payment at closing of AUD
$2 million with a potential of up to an additional AUD $2 million of purchase price based on the achievement of
certain earnings goals over the next two years.
Founded in 1997, Pride Electronic Security Systems is an electrical and
security services provider specializing in the commercial and government
sectors. The company focuses on low voltage security installations, alarm
systems, video surveillance and access controls. The company has established
a stellar reputation for high quality services and maintains a strong
customer base which includes the Queensland Police, Queensland Rail, Sunshine
Coast District Health Service and General Water Australia.
Historically profitable, Pride Electronic Security Systems generated AUD
$7.6 million in revenue and approximately AUD $900,000 in earnings before
interest and taxes (EBIT) for their recent fiscal year ended June 30, 2009.
The company also has a net tangible asset value of approximately AUD $1.2
million. The transaction closed on November 4, 2009 and the company will be
assimilated into the WPCS Australian operations.
Robert Paynter, president of Pride Electronic Security Systems,
commented, "The security market in Australia is expanding at a rapid pace and
it became apparent that it would be beneficial for our growth if we were
acquired by a larger organization that can support our leadership role in
electrical and security services. WPCS is an ideal partner as they are a
successful company that has displayed a commitment to developing the
Australian market for communications infrastructure. We are pleased to become
part of the WPCS team and look forward to a prosperous and productive
future."
Andrew Hidalgo, CEO of WPCS International Incorporated, commented, "The
acquisition of Pride Electronic Security Systems is very important for WPCS
as it not only adds a financially successful company but also a company with
a very talented management team. In addition, the acquisition allows us to
strengthen our service capabilities in the Australian public services market
through the design and deployment of security systems. We are excited to add
such an outstanding company."
About WPCS International Incorporated:
WPCS is a design-build engineering company that focuses on the
implementation requirements of communications infrastructure. The company
provides its engineering capabilities including wireless communication,
specialty construction and electrical power to the public services,
healthcare, energy and corporate enterprise markets worldwide. For more
Statements about the company's future expectations, including future
revenue and earnings and all other statements in this press release, other
than historical facts, are "forward looking" statements and are made pursuant
to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995. Such forward looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and
are subject to change at any time. The company's actual results could differ
materially from expected results. In reflecting subsequent events or
circumstances, the company undertakes no obligation to update forward looking
statements.
WPCS International Incorporated
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