| New Nordic Acquisition for TNS | ||
| 1/2/01 | ||
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According to Tony Cowling, Chairman of TNS, "This move provides us with a strong base in the Russian market, which we believe has significant growth potential, as well as other developing economies in the region. It brings to the group the local expertise that will be so vital in taking advantage of that growth. We are acquiring the market leader in Finland, complementing our leading position in Denmark and Norway and creating the largest group of market information companies in the Nordic area. We have worked with MDC for many years through the Gallup International Association and we are well aware of the expertise and professionalism of its management. Bringing MDC into Taylor Nelson Sofres has been a long-term ambition and we are very pleased to welcome this highly respected company into our group." Jouko Jokinen, CEO of MDC added, "Having built up a strong position in our chosen markets, we can now offer our clients the benefits of access to the Taylor Nelson Sofres global network and range of world-leading branded solutions. We also gain the opportunity to market the products we have developed on an international scale and to strengthen our expertise in our specialist sectors." | ||
