Esri Inc. acquires NIIT Technologies' controlling stake in Esri India
NIIT Technologies Limited has announced the signing of a definitive agreement for the sale of its entire 88.99% stake in ESRI India Technologies Ltd (Formerly NIIT GIS Ltd.). ESRI India Technologies has been an exclusive distributor of ESRI Inc cutting edge GIS products in India and has been supporting customers since 1996. The distribution agreement was expiring on 31st March 2019 and Esri Inc expressed its desire to directly manage the distribution of its products in India. The transaction is expected to close within this month.
Jack Dangermond, President Esri Inc., says, “For many years Esri has partnered with NIIT Tech to advance the use of GIS software and capability for customers in India. Along with the recent establishment of our New Delhi R&D Center, this agreement confirms the importance of India as a market and our commitment to deliver value to customers in the country.”
Arvind Thakur Vice Chairman & Managing Director, NIIT Technologies Ltd says, “The partnership of NIIT Tech with Esri Inc has helped develop the GIS market from scratch in India. Divestment of stake in ESRI India allows NIIT Tech to focus on its core verticals and global markets. Esri India customers will continue to have undivided attention and support from the same team and with direct support from Esri Inc.”
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