Category: Acquisition

OASIS Group and Access Acquire CGG Smart Data Solutions’ Physical Asset Storage and Services Business

Deal expected to strengthen offering for energy industry clients

Swords, Ireland and Woburn, MA., USA (March 15, 2022) –OASIS Group, the largest privately-owned Information Management provider in Europe and Access, the world’s largest privately-held integrated information management services provider, jointly announce today the acquisition of the European and North American physical asset storage and services business of CGG Smart Data Solutions.

The deal includes OASIS’ acquisition of four facilities in Europe Access’, as well as Access’ acquisition of several North American facilities. All facilities remain dedicated to the storage and management of subsurface rock and fluid samples, paper and magnetic assets and access to complex digital data structures via the acquired PleXus solution.

We are pleased to welcome Smart Data Solutions clients and Team Members to OASIS Group. The division’s specialist technical knowledge and focus on providing innovative solutions such as PleXus will strengthen our offering to our clients in the energy industry.”

Said Nicholas Knight, Chief Commercial Officer at OASIS Group

Given their long-standing strategic partnership and joint focus on records and information management, OASIS and Access will provide an excellent home for the physical asset storage and services business of Smart Data Solutions. I expect that the acquiring partners will continue to expand and advance the service offerings to best support the needs of all clients well into the future.”

Said Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO, CGG

Access and OASIS Group have been supporting clients collectively within the energy industry for decades and understand the complexities of assets associated with the management of specialist data and information. The acquisition of Smart Data Solutions’ facilities and Team Members reflects our companies’ respective commitments to help clients around the world harness the power of their information through innovative technologies.”

Said Ken Davis, Access CEO

This transaction marks the 180th and the 55th successful acquisition for Access and OASIS Group, respectively.

About OASIS Group

OASIS Group, the largest privately-owned Information Management provider in Europe has been providing clients with secure records and information management solutions since 1999. Established in Dublin, Ireland, OASIS has since expanded internationally and are currently operating across 6 European countries, employing over 1,700 Team Members and servicing over 11,500 clients. With a proven track record of developing award winning information management solutions, OASIS’ Omnidox Suite was recently awarded ‘Software Product of the Year’ at the prestigious DM Awards, for the third year in a row. For more information, please visit www.OASISGroup.com

About Access:

Access is the largest privately-held records and information management services provider worldwide, with operations across the United States, Canada, Central America and South America. Access provides transformative services, expertise and technologies to make organizations more efficient and more compliant. Access helps companies manage and activate their critical business information through offsite storage and information governance services, scanning and digital transformation solutions, document management software and secure destruction services. Access has been named 12 times to the Inc. 5000, the ranking of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. For more information on Access, please visit AccessCorp.com.

OASIS Group Completes Acquisition of KPN’s Media Transport and Storage Services Division

Swords, Ireland (13th July, 2021) – OASIS Group, the largest privately-owned Records and Information Management (RIM) provider in Europe, today announced it has completed the acquisition of KPN’s Media Transport and Storage Services division in the Netherlands.

I am very pleased to welcome the KPN media transport and storage Team Members and clients into the OASIS Group. This acquisition represents OASIS’ commitment to strengthening our established media tape services across Europe.”

Matt Thornton, Director of Corporate Development at OASIS Group

Following completion of the acquisition, KPN’s Media Transport and Storage Services division will be incorporated into OASIS Data & Document Management Netherlands BV.

This transaction marks the 54th successful acquisition for OASIS Group.

OASIS Group completes acquisition of DataSpace (UK) Limited

Swords, Ireland (March 4th, 2021) – OASIS Group, the largest privately-owned Records and Information Management (RIM) provider in Europe today announced the acquisition of DataSpace (UK) Limited, based in the North West of England.

The acquisition supports the OASIS Group’s long-term goal of continuously expanding its presence and knowledge in local markets across Europe.

OASIS is pleased to have completed the acquisition of DataSpace. We are excited at the opportunities that lay ahead and the value that OASIS Group can deliver to DataSpace’s clients through our presence and understanding of information management across Europe.”

Espen Halvorsen, Chief Executive Officer at OASIS Group

DataSpace and OASIS Group share a common set of goals, including the placement of quality and service excellence at the forefront of everything we do. I strongly believe the acquisition into the OASIS Group will enable us to offer our clients a complete package of digital transformation solutions to support our client’s strategic plans well into the future.”

Frank Butcher, Operations and Quality Director at DataSpace

After a journey spanning 22 years, building one of the UK’s leading independent Document Management companies, I believe that OASIS have the right experience and tools to lead the committed and professional team in DataSpace. Clients and Team Members will jointly benefit from an enhanced national reach of service and financial strength to support ongoing and future initiatives.”

Paul Trevor, Founder and Managing Director at DataSpace

This transaction marks the 52nd successful acquisition for OASIS Group.

OASIS Group completes first acquisition of the year

Swords, Ireland (Wednesday, 20th January 2020) – OASIS Group, the largest privately-owned Records and Information Management (RIM) provider in Europe has today announced the acquisition of NETarchief, the archive management division of Van’t Net Archiefbeheer B.V.

The Netherlands based storage company, NETarchief, was formed in 1998 to provide archive storage services alongside the established removals business. Under the terms of the agreement OASIS Group will integrate the NETarchief archive management business with OASIS Data & Document Management Netherlands B.V. 

The face of the workplace is changing rapidly. Regulation is becoming stricter, especially with regards to privacy. And with more clients opting to continue to work from home, we felt that integrating our archive services with OASIS Group was the most logical step for us and our clients.

Gerry Hulshoff, Shareholder, NETarchief

As a specialist provider of records and information management solutions OASIS Group are in a unique position to support clients throughout a records lifecycle.

OASIS Group, which operates across Europe, provides clients with end-to-end records and information management services ranging from; records and document storage, scanning and digitisation, cloud storage, through to shredding and destruction services. 

Despite the pandemic the acquisitions team are working in partnership with business owners across Europe who are seeking a smooth transition. We are pleased to have acquired the NETarchief business and their clients, and are looking forward to welcoming them to OASIS.

Matt Thornton, Director of Corporate Development at OASIS Group

This transaction marks the 51st successful acquisition for OASIS Group.

OASIS Group reaches milestone 50th acquisition after completing the purchase of Archive Management Systems Limited (AMS)

Swords, Ireland (October 27th, 2020) – OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe have today announced the acquisition of Archive Management Systems Limited (AMS) based in the United Kingdom.

The deal, which took place on Friday 23rd October, marks a significant 50th milestone acquisition for the OASIS Group.

We are excited that AMS represents our 50th acquisition to date. The founders have built a strong business over the past 40 years, and together we have identified an opportunity for OASIS to enhance the service offering to clients through our award-winning Omnidox suite.

Espen Halvorsen, OASIS Group CEO

With multiple new initiatives and a clear development roadmap in place, that aligns with the changing business market, OASIS Group continue to invest in new and emerging technologies.

Selling a business during a pandemic was never going to be the easiest of undertakings but OASIS’ professional and open approach made things as smooth as they could have been during trying times. We now entrust our business of over 40 years to OASIS in the knowledge that it will be in good hands.

Simon Clarke, Director AMS

About OASIS Group OASIS Group have been providing clients with secure records and information management solutions since 1999. Established in Dublin, Ireland, OASIS has since expanded internationally and are currently operating across 6 European countries, employing over 1,700 Team Members and servicing over 10,000 clients.

OASIS Group Strengthens Presence in Scotland

OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe, has confirmed the acquisition of Box-it Scotland based in Spittalrigg, East Lothian. The deal, which took place on February 28th, marks the 8th Box-it franchise acquired by the OASIS Group.

“Continuing to rapidly expand our Information Management services to bring more value and services to our clients is a priority focus for OASIS Group in 2020.” said Espen Halvorsen, Chief Executive Officer at OASIS Group. “We are excited to bring another Box-it franchise under the OASIS Group branding as we continue to strengthen our presence in Scotland.”

This deal represents the 49th acquisition for OASIS Group.

About OASIS Group

Serving clients since 1999, OASIS is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with locations across the EU. Employing over 700 team members and providing services to over 8,000 clients throughout several industries including financial, legal, healthcare, government and educational sectors. For the second consecutive year, OASIS Group was awarded a position on the ‘2018 Inc. 5000 Europe’ list of fastest-growing private companies in Europe. www.OASISGroup.com

Niche Health Acquired by OASIS Group

OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe, has today announced the acquisition of Nichesys Limited t/a Niche Health, provider of the noteSpace software and service for medical record storage and digitisation in UK Primary Care.

Founded in December 2010, to address inefficient processes that exist in primary care, Niche Health have been helping GPs and their practices to improve operational performance and efficiency savings through the use of its secure offsite storage system noteSpace.

“Niche Health have long been a trusted strategic partner of OASIS Group.” said Espen Halvorsen, Chief Executive Officer at OASIS Group. “The synergies of software and solutions will accelerate our ability to deliver operational efficiencies to GPs. I’m thrilled to welcome our new clients and Team Members from Niche Health.”

“OASIS are the friendly operational face of noteSpace in surgeries across the UK and we believe strongly that this development will result in greater efficiencies and a smoother service for noteSpace customers.” said Guy Bridgewater, Managing Director at Niche Health

The deal, which finalised on 22nd November 2019 marks the 47th acquisition to date for the OASIS Group.

About OASIS Group

Serving clients since 1999, OASIS is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with locations across the EU. Employing 700 team members and providing services to over 8,000 clients throughout several industries including financial, legal, healthcare, government and educational sectors. For the second consecutive year, OASIS Group was awarded a position on the ‘2018 Inc. 5000 Europe’ list of fastest-growing private companies in Europe. www.OASISGroup.com

OASIS Group Acquires Seventh Box-it UK Limited Franchise

OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe, has today announced that it has strengthened its foothold within the UK market through the acquisition of Box-it South East Ltd.

In a deal finalised on 14th October 2019 the Kent based business became the seventh Box-it UK Limited franchisee to be acquired by the OASIS Group.

Today’s announcement confirms the strategic importance of the UK market for OASIS Group. We are investing substantially in strengthening our entire European operations. Box-it South East have built a strong relationship with their clients and we will look to enhance this by bringing OASIS’ innovative products and services to this new audience.

Espen Halvorsen, Chief Executive Officer at OASIS Group

I am excited by the Box-it South East acquisition by OASIS Group as it provides our Clients and Team Members with access to new opportunities within the fast-growing industry. The Acquisitions team were exceedingly professional, ensuring a smooth transition through each step of the acquisition process

James Mair, Managing Director of Box-it South East

This transaction marks the 45th successful acquisition for OASIS Group.

About OASIS Group

Serving clients since 1999, OASIS is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with locations across the EU. Employing 650 team members and providing services to over 8,000 clients throughout several industries including financial, legal, healthcare, government and educational sectors. For the second consecutive year, OASIS Group was awarded a position on the ‘2018 Inc. 5000 Europe’ list of fastest-growing private companies in Europe. www.OASISGroup.com

OASIS Group expands European presence with the acquisition of ArchiDoc in Poland

OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe, has taken the next step in its European expansion programme through the acquisition of ArchiDoc in Poland. ArchiDoc was acquired from OEX S.A. a Warsaw Stock Exchange listed company.

The deal, which finalised on 17th October 2019, sees OASIS Group realise its strategic objective to expand into central Europe. Internal link

We are also pleased to integrate a team that delivers significant and profitable growth thanks to its client driven strategy”

Espen Halvorsen, Chief Executive Officer at OASIS Group

We strongly believe we have concluded a deal which is in the best interest of all parties. We are proud to have been able to support the management of ArchiDoc in substantially growing the revenues and profits of the company since its acquisition. As we now move our strategic focus towards e-commerce services, we feel that OASIS is very well positioned to offer ArchiDoc the long term strategic support it needs to achieve its ambitious business goals

Jerzy Motz, CEO of OEX SA

With over 1000 Team Members ArchiDoc is the second largest provider of RIM services in Poland. Driving Digital Transformation through the supply of a suite of information management Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services, an area that OASIS has also been investing in over recent years.

Given the growing demand for digital transformation being discussed by clients across Europe it is a very exciting time for both organisations.

Pan-European Operations

We will leverage the OASIS Group’s Europe wide network advantages, coupled with our local professional services experience, to provide strategic support to our combined European Clients

Konrad Rochalski, President of the Management Board at ArchiDoc

This marks the 46th acquisition to date for the OASIS Group.

About OASIS Group

Serving clients since 1999, OASIS is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with locations across the EU. Employing 650 team members and providing services to over 8,000 clients throughout several industries including financial, legal, healthcare, government and educational sectors. For the second consecutive year, OASIS Group was awarded a position on the ‘2018 Inc. 5000 Europe’ list of fastest-growing private companies in Europe. www.OASISGroup.com

Archive Document Data Storage Acquired by OASIS Group

OASIS Group, one of the largest Records and Information Management (RIM) providers in Europe, has today announced it has completed the acquisition of Archive Document Data Storage.

In a deal finalised on July 31st OASIS Group added the London, Swindon and Bath based Records Management company to its growing UK footprint. Offering paper document, film and video storage, as well as scanning and back-up services, Archive Document Data Storage has been servicing clients since 1987.

Archive Document Data Storage’s market reputation and strong client relationships in their local region makes this acquisition a valuable addition to the OASIS Group service offering. The added scale within the region signals our strengthened commitment to this important area of business for OASIS Group.

Espen Halvorsen, OASIS Group CEO

This marks the 44th acquisition to date for the OASIS Group.

About OASIS Group

Serving clients since 1999, OASIS is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with locations across the EU. Employing 650 team members and providing services to over 8,000 clients throughout several industries including financial, legal, healthcare, government and educational sectors. For the second consecutive year, OASIS Group was awarded a position on the ‘2018 Inc. 5000 Europe’ list of fastest-growing private companies in Europe. www.OASISGroup.com