BSS Acquired

Kelway, the IT solutions and services provider, has acquired Business & Scientific Services Ltd (BSS), Ireland’s largest Microsoft Large Account Reseller (LAR) with operations in Belfast and Dublin.

Following the acquisition, Kelway will be able to draw on BSS’ 25+ years of experience of providing best-of-breed solutions to government and enterprise organisations in Ireland. Kelway will also continue the Microsoft LAR relationship held by BSS. This enables Kelway to license Microsoft products for midsize and enterprise-level organisations across all of its EU Operations.

Phil Doye, Chief Executive Officer, Kelway, highlighted the importance of the deal to the company: “The deal represents a significant step forward for Kelway’s operations in Ireland. BSS has well-established bases in both Dublin and Belfast and coverage of all 32 Irish counties. By combining the two companies’ strengths we will look to maximise the value Kelway can bring to customers across the UK and Ireland” Willie McKee, Managing Director of BSS commented, “We are delighted to become part of the Kelway Group. Kelway’s status as a leading provider of IT services and solutions is extremely positive for both our staff and clients.”

Commenting on Kelway’s new Microsoft LAR status, Dan Laws, Managing Director, Kelway said “I’m excited by the opportunity that this acquisition brings to Kelway and our clients. We anticipate significant growth opportunities within our software licensing business as we look to integrate BSS into the broader Kelway group” PwC acted on behalf of Kelway, after being appointed as auditors and tax advisors last year. Matthew Gibson. Partner, International Tax Services led the team, he commented: “The timetable for the transaction was extremely testing for all parties involved. It meant we needed to respond to issues as they arose and provide our advice in real time.”

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