-- Transaction Builds on Distributor's Strong Global Footprint
with Addition of a Significant Presence in Indonesia
SINGAPORE and TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ --
Westcon Group, a value-added distributor of category-leading
unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, and
security solutions with a global network of specialty resellers,
today announced the acquisition of the business of PT Netpoleon --
a premier distributor of security, networking and convergence
solutions in Indonesia. Financial terms of today's transaction were
not disclosed.
The acquisition strengthens Westcon's extensive security,
networking and unified communications portfolio. It also marks the
company's first significant presence in Indonesia, building on
Westcon's global footprint in the ASEAN market.
Founded in 2000, PT Netpoleon has grown to become the premier
distributor of security, networking and convergence solutions in
Indonesia. The company additionally provides channel partners with
a broad array of services〞ranging from managed services and
maintenance to implementation and training services. PT Netpoleon's
business will merge into Westcon Group, trading as PT WESTCON
GROUP. This business will act as the foundation for the company's
Indonesian operations, based in Jakarta. Edward Lim will continue
to lead the Indonesian business and manage its daily
operations.
"At Westcon, one of our core strengths is a strong and growing
global footprint. With a presence in every inhabited continent,
Westcon leads the market by offering strong local representation
backed by the power of a global infrastructure," said Wendy
O'Keeffe, Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific, Westcon Group.
"It is our stated intention to expand on a solid growth trajectory
in this region. This transaction not only brings us a broader
footprint into this significant emerging market, but also better
serves a rapidly growing local and global partner base in the Asia
Pacific region."
"Known as a 'Tiger Cub Economy**, the Republic of Indonesia is the
fourth most populated country in the world. As one of Southeast
Asia's fastest growing economies, the region is quickly becoming
one of the world's most important political and economic success
stories," said Edward Lim, Founder, PT Netpoleon. "Westcon Group's
reputation is outstanding and we are confident this transaction and
investment will result in significant business growth across
Indonesia."
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About PT Netpoleon
PT Netpoleon was founded in 2000 by Edward Lim (a Singaporean) and
Irawan Adiwono (an Indonesian) in Jakarta, the largest city in
Indonesia. PT Netpoleon previously had a franchise agreement with
Comstor Pte Ltd providing it with the majority of vendors including
Avaya, Cisco IronPort, Juniper Networks, Firetide and Radware. As a
value added distributor, PT Netpoleon provides a broad service
portfolio which comprises managed services, maintenance and
implement services as well as technical support and training.
About Westcon Group
Westcon Group, Inc. is a value added distributor of
category-leading unified communications, network infrastructure,
data center and security solutions with a global network of
specialty resellers. Westcon's teams create unique programs and
provide exceptional support to accelerate the business of its
global partners. Strong relationships at every level of the Westcon
Group organization enable partners to receive support tailored to
their needs. From global logistics and flexible customized
financing solutions to pre-sales, technical and engineering
assistance, the company works with partners to respond with agility
and speed to changing market conditions so they can achieve the
fastest time to revenue. Westcon Group's portfolio of
market-leading vendors includes: Brocade, Cisco, Polycom, Juniper
Networks, F5, Avaya, Check Point, and Blue Coat. For more
information, please visit: www.westcongroup.com.
**The term Tiger 'Cub' Economies came after the Four Asian Tigers:
Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The Tiger 'Cub'
Economies follow the Four Asian Tigers, which pursued an
export-driven model of economic development. Tiger Cub Economies
are Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines & Thailand
SOURCEï¹›Westcon Group