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Benchmark Electronics Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Pemstar
October 17, 2006 | PRNewswireEstimated reading time: 3 minutes
Based on Benchmark's closing price of $28.93 on October 16, 2006, the transaction values Pemstar at $4.63 per common share, or approximately $300 million including the assumption of Pemstar net debt. The merger is expected to be a tax-free exchange of common shares.
The merger agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both Benchmark and Pemstar. The transaction, which is subject to the approval of Pemstar's shareholders, antitrust approvals and other closing conditions, is expected to close in the first calendar quarter of 2007, subject to the timing of completion of regulatory reviews.
"The combination of the Benchmark/Pemstar organizations brings together two well respected teams with broad and complementary customer bases and serving diversified end markets. Pemstar's customer-focused culture and operating flexibility is highly compatible with that of Benchmark," said Cary Fu, Benchmark's chief executive officer. "This acquisition also supports Benchmark's strategy to continue to expand and deepen its suite of integrated services and solutions. Pemstar's strengths in design engineering and systems integration as well as its global footprint complement our existing growing business. I am confident that the combined organization will create additional value for our combined base of customers."
"Benchmark's proven track record, strong balance sheet, and reputation as a global leader in electronics manufacturing services make the deal an attractive one for Pemstar's customers, shareholders and employees. This transaction will provide Pemstar customers with an enhanced portfolio of capabilities, expanded supply chain and operating leverage and the advantages of an increased global footprint," said Al Berning, Pemstar's chairman and chief executive officer. "Our customers will benefit greatly from Benchmark's capabilities in design engineering, complex manufacturing and test and repair, as well as expanded low-cost operations in Asia. There is a strong cultural fit between the two organizations, which will facilitate a smooth transition and ensure consistency of ongoing service delivery. The management team and I strongly support the transaction and the opportunity it provides."
Pemstar was founded in 1994 and is an established leader in the EMS industry, with Fiscal Year 2006 (March) revenues of $871 million, including the additional revenue resulting from the full turnkey operation with a wireless handset customer. Pemstar has a global footprint of 11 design, manufacturing and fulfillment locations worldwide and employs approximately 3,500 people. Pemstar provides a comprehensive range of global engineering, product design, automation and test, manufacturing and fulfillment services to customers on a global basis through facilities strategically located in North America, Asia and Europe.
Benchmark Electronics, Inc. is in the business of manufacturing electronics and provides its services to original equipment manufacturers of computers and related products for business enterprises, medical devices, industrial control equipment, testing and instrumentation products, and telecommunication equipment. Benchmark's global operations include facilities in seven countries. Benchmark's common shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BHE.
Credit Suisse acted as financial advisor to Benchmark and Needham & Company, LLC acted as financial advisor to Pemstar. Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP acted as legal advisor to Benchmark and Dorsey & Whitney LLP acted as legal advisor to Pemstar.
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Participants in the Proposed Transaction
Benchmark Electronics, Inc., Pemstar Inc. and certain of their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from shareholders in connection with the proposed transaction under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of Benchmark Electronics, Inc. may be found in its 2005 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 13, 2006 and definitive proxy statement relating to its 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders filed with the SEC on April 12, 2006. Information about the directors and executive officers of Pemstar Inc. may be found in its 2006 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on June 23, 2006 and definitive proxy statement relating to its 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders filed with the SEC on June 30, 2006. These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above. Additional information regarding the interests of these participants will also be included in the proxy statement/prospectus regarding the proposed transaction when it becomes available.