Veritas Capital to Acquire DynCorp International From Computer Sciences Corporation for $850 Million.NEW YORK New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of -- Veritas Capital, a leading private equity firm based in New York, announced today it has reached a definitive agreement with Computer Sciences Corporation (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : CSC) to purchase its DynCorp International DynCorp International[2] is a United States-based private military contractor (PMC) and aircraft maintenance company. DynCorp receives more than 96 percent of its $2 billion in annual revenues from the federal government. LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control ("DynCorp International" or the "Company") subsidiary for $850 million. The acquisition is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2005. DynCorp International is a global services company that provides mission critical support to its customers, primarily the U.S. government, including the Department of State (DOS) and Department of Defense (DoD). The company is based in Fort Worth, TX, has 14,000 employees worldwide, currently operates in over 40 countries, and had revenues for the 12 months ended October 1, 2004 of $1.6 billion. Robert B. McKeon, founder and president of Veritas Capital, stated: "DynCorp International is a leading worldwide government services company with a global infrastructure positioned to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. the fast growing government and international outsourcing trend. We see a great opportunity to capitalize on DynCorp International's superior services, infrastructure and management expertise to address emerging opportunities, including the homeland defense market." "We're excited to be joining forces with DynCorp International CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , Stephen Cannon, and his management team, expanding the company's existing market position around the world. Through our previous investments we have a deep appreciation for DynCorp International and its capabilities. Our goal is to continue to grow the company through new program wins as well as acquisitions. As a service company, DynCorp International's most important asset is its people. We will continue to recruit, retain, and train our workforce to maintain the highest level of integrity," said McKeon. Currently DynCorp International provides services through two operating divisions: Field Training Services (FTS FTS facteur thymique sérique. ) and International Technical Services (ITS). FTS provides aviation services and engineering and logistical support, ranging from fleet maintenance to modifications and overhauls on weapons systems, aircraft and support equipment to the DoD. The division's Contract Field Teams (CFT CFT complement fixation test; see under fixation. CFT complement fixation test. ) deploy personnel teams to customers to supplement a customer's workforce. FTS also provides domestic aviation services to owners and operators of large aircraft fleets, including Andrews Air Force Base Andrews Air Force Base, U.S. military installation, 4,279 acres (1,732 hectares), central Md., est. 1943. It is the chief military airport of Washington, D.C., as well as the headquarters for the air force's high-priority airlift command. , Fort Hood, and Fort Columbus in the U.S. DynCorp International's ITS division provides logistical and security services, including international law enforcement training, logistics, base operations and personal and physical security. In February 2004, the company was awarded the Civilian Police, or CIVPOL CIVPOL Civilian Police CIVPOL United Nations Civilian Police in Kosovo , contract by the DOS to deploy civilian police forces from over 50 countries to nations throughout the world to train and offer logistical support to local police and to assist in reconstruction and infrastructure building. Stephen J. Cannon, CEO of DynCorp International, said, "By partnering with Veritas Capital we believe we are well positioned to capitalize on the company's core strengths and leverage them in new markets. Veritas Capital has an excellent track-record of creating value." About Veritas Capital Veritas Capital is a private equity investment firm headquartered in New York. Founded in 1992 by Robert B. McKeon, Veritas invests primarily in defense and aerospace related companies. For more information, please visit www.veritascapital.com. |
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