Cloud technology firm ANS Group swoops for Manchester software developer

Cloud services firm ANS Group has acquired cloud transformation and application development company Webantic.

Manchester-based ANS said the deal will strengthen its ability to offer end-to-end managed cloud services, allowing customers to develop next generation digital business applications in the public cloud.

ANS chief exec Paul Shannon said: “Webantic brings outstanding expertise in the development of complex cloud-native applications.

“Like us, it’s a business that has a focus on customer need whilst delivering exceptional technical solutions. These are foundations that make for an exciting future together.”

He continued: “The acquisition of Webantic means that our customers will now have a single point of expertise for cloud application development, migration and management services as well as cloud ready networks.”

Luke Grimes, managing director at Manchester-based Webantic, commented: “We are excited about this next chapter and are delighted to have found an organisation that shares our vision and passion for innovation.

“We believe that ANS is the perfect platform for growth and opportunity for the entire Webantic team.”

Law firm Kuits’ Manchester team acted for Webantic in the deal. ANS was represented by Weightmans.

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