IHS acquires PFC Energy

IHS Inc. (NYSE:IHS), the leading global source of critical information and analytics, announced the acquisition of PFC Energy, a well-established leader in providing information, insight, and analytical products and services for the oil and gas value chain.

'The acquisition of PFC Energy brings energy information and research depth and strengthens our presence in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East,' said Scott Key, IHS president and chief executive officer. 'For more than 25 years, PFC Energy has built a solid reputation as an integrated information, research and advisory firm covering the oil and gas value chain. This gives us the opportunity to expand the IHS presence in high-growth markets, and to leverage the skills and expertise of regionally located research colleagues who will support the growth of critical IHS energy solutions.'

The emergence of unconventional oil and gas has created a revolution with global impact across all sectors of the energy industry. According to Key, PFC Energy's strong focus on upstream and downstream energy insights will allow IHS to provide new, complementary solutions to support customers' workflows and decisions.

'With PFC Energy, we join forces with a company that already serves a blue-chip client base composed of leading oil, gas and financial companies,' Key said. 'Their market analysis and models integrate seamlessly with our capabilities, enabling IHS to accelerate our current organic development across the entire oil and gas value chain.'

This article is for information and discussion purposes only and does not form a recommendation to invest or otherwise. The value of an investment may fall. The investments referred to in this article may not be suitable for all investors, and if in doubt, an investor should seek advice from a qualified investment adviser. More

Related Companies

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NorthAmericaHeadlines/~3/CGwnPBDetcs/372ed0a51738.aspx

oosthuizen louis double eagle bubba masters winner instagram facebook chicago cubs split pea soup recipe