Global Data Systems Acquire MidSouth Technologies

Global Data Systems and MidSouth Technologies announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Global Data Systems to acquire MidSouth Technologies, a leading provider of security, technology and communications to the maritime, energy and transportation markets.  Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Lockport, Louisiana, MidSouth Technologies serves 1200+ customers in 14 countries. 

Global Data Systems is an industry leading provider of telecommunications, Systems Integration and datacenter solutions.  By combining complementary strengths, MidSouth Technologies and Global Data Systems can cement themselves as the premier provider of Communications and system integration solutions servicing the energy industry domestic and internationally supporting long and short term customer requirements for reliable technology solutions. 

At the closing of the acquisition, MidSouth Technologies employees and assets will become an integrated part of Global Data Systems and MidSouth's employee base will be re-badged as employees of Global Data Systems.  MidSouth's principals, including founder Jeremie Mize, will also transition over and remain an instrumental part of the continued support and success of the combined company's customers. 

"All of us at MidSouth Technologies are extremely excited to be joining the Global Data Systems family." said Mize.  "Global Data Systems is a seasoned and well respected company that specializes in similar integrated solutions. Both companies compliment each other's broad portfolio of services as well as offer unique integrated solutions that together will result in never before seen technologies available to all of our clients. We are confident that this merger will strengthen our product and service offerings while at the same time maintain our world class quality of service." 

The acquisition will also place more combined resources of personnel and infrastructure in Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama providing even more service and coverage for both company’s customers.  Global Data systems fully managed connectivity services, domestic and international infrastructure of field support centers, terrestrial and satellite capacity, combined with MidSouth’s on-site systems integration projects, completes its full-suite of solutions for the Energy industry. 

“MST brings years of experience in delivering specialized communications and vessel management solutions to the energy and maritime industries, which are valuable in continuing to grow our customer base in these markets.” said Chris Vincent, President of Global Data Systems. “Our combined customers represent many global energy and maritime companies that have relied on us to connect their land and offshore operations with the rest of the world, when it matters the most.”