Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) has acquired the IT services subsidiary of British Nuclear Fuels, called IT Services (ITS), under a deal which includes a five year contract to provide full IT support for BNFL. ITS has revenues of £40m and employs 500 staff at seven locations in the UK. Other clients are in the utilities, healthcare and public sectors.

The acquisition is beneficial for both companies: CSC is currently developing its presence in the European utilities industry, and BNFL is considering major global expansion plans supported by a professionally managed IT infrastructure.

ITS will continue to trade under its current identity with the existing senior management in place for the foreseeable future. CSC has retained the ITS staff and has taken over ownership of the advanced equipment and facilities at ITS locations in the UK. This provides CSC with a number of new locations in the North of England and strengthens its ability to provide national coverage.

ITS’ Managing Director Ian Howat, comments: "We believe that this move is right for us and our customers because it provides us with long-term stability and access to a wider pool of resources through which we can develop new services and add even more value. This development also presents a tremendous opportunity to our highly dedicated and professional workforce to develop their skills. "

Anna Lagerkvist