iBrands Corp. Finalizes Terms with Galileo Optics Execs Toward Acquisition
February 22 2011 - 9:09AM
Business Wire
iBrands Corp (OTC: IBRC) (www.ibrandscorp.com) is pleased to
announce that it has finalized terms toward its acquisition of
Galileo Optics. Negotiations were announced earlier this month with
a Letter of Intent from iBrands to Galileo toward purchase of the
company, which specializes in wholesale distribution of consumer
optical instruments to big-box retailers including some of the
world’s leading household-names.
As previously released, Galileo Optics, www.galileosplace.com,
was first introduced to the American market in 1992 providing
quality products to the entry through intermediate level consumer
optics enthusiasts, offering telescopes, microscopes, binoculars
and associated science products. Today Galileo’s product line has
been expanded to include more advanced optical products including
imaging systems, accessories and gadgets. Over the past 19-years a
million satisfied customers have enjoyed Galileo’s products.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, The optical instruments
industry could be divided into two major product classes, with more
than $4 billion dollars in sales last year. “More than two-thirds
of revenues came from companies like Galileo, manufacturing optical
lenses and equipment (such as binoculars, camera and microscope
lenses, and astronomical instruments),” states iBrands CEO, Paul
Smith, quoting the study. “...while the remaining segment of the
industry produced optical sighting, tracking, and fire-control
equipment.”
He continues, “Were thrilled to be entering this market with
Galileo as terms have been solidified by both parties. Agreements
are under final review by attorneys and we expect final acquisition
to be announced in the coming days. The Board agrees unanimously
that the deal will lead to significant market potential for iBrands
Corp and its shareholders in terms of growth and increased
revenues.”
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