OMX, the leading expert in the exchange industry, today announced plans to
outsource its external network operations and data center management. A
dedicated supplier for network operations and data center management will
strengthen OMX's ability to grow internationally with a full service offering.
After evaluating offers from a number of possible suppliers OMX has decided to
enter into negotiations with Verizon.
“OMX will continue to be the prime contractor and offer a wide range of IT
services to exchanges, clearing organizations and CSDs worldwide. We are
determined and sure that existing customers will benefit from this partnership
on a global basis”, says Markus Gerdien, President, Market Technology, OMX.
No binding commitments have been made by either party and OMX's outsourcing
plans are subject to negotiation of a final agreement. Financial details will be
disclosed when a final agreement has been reached.
For more information, please contact:
Heidi Wendt, OMX +46 8 405 72 93
About OMX | OMX is a leading expert in the exchange industry. The common
offering from OMX Nordic Exchange in Helsinki, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Iceland,
Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius, comprises over 800 companies including its
alternative market First North. OMX provides technology to over 60 exchanges,
clearing organizations and central securities depositories in over 50 countries.
OMX is a Nordic Large Cap company in the Financials sector on the OMX Nordic
Exchange. For more information, please visit www.omxgroup.com.
This information is disclosed according to applicable law and exchange rules.
