Jul 25 2006
Thermo Electron Corporation, the world leader in analytical instruments, today announced it has acquired GV Instruments Limited of Manchester, UK, a manufacturer of isotope ratio mass spectrometers (IRMS) for approximately $21 million (£11.6 million), subject to a post closing adjustment. The acquisition enables Thermo, already a leading IRMS manufacturer, to offer additional solutions in high precision isotope ratio determination used in earth sciences, medical and life sciences applications. In particular, GV Instruments will add the capability of Noble Gas Isotope Mass Spectrometry to Thermo's product offering for use in climate research, food and flavor analysis for origin and authenticity, agriculture research, as well as medical and life sciences research and analysis.
"By adding the complementary range of products from GV Instruments, Thermo can now offer the most sophisticated IRMS solutions to a variety of significant fields of earth science research such as geochemistry, geochronology and climate research, just to name a few," said Marijn E. Dekkers, president and chief executive officer of Thermo Electron. "Additionally, GV Instruments' customers will have access to Thermo's global presence and world-class customer support."