Classic Blue Acquires Securix Australia’s IT Security Business

Classic Blue Solutions Pty Limited, a leading provider of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery services and facilities, today announced the acquisition of Securix Australia’s IT security business. The acquisition includes the staff and business assets of Securix Australia Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of Securix Corporation Limited, a company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).

Securix is a leading provider of Managed Security Services, Security Solutions and related Professional Services. Securix was one of the first entrants in the Information Security industry and since its establishment in 1993, has developed considerable intellectual property relating to information security and managed data services.

With an established customer base, Securix has a proven track record of delivering IT security solutions, including the management and monitoring of perimeter security solutions, content filtering solutions, and electronic intrusion detection and prevention systems for networks, as well as the provision of professional services such as network security reviews and vulnerability assessments.

In making this announcement, Adrian Bogatez, Managing Director and CEO of the Classic Blue Group said: “This acquisition further strengthens Classic Blue's capabilities in managed services and IT infrastructure outsourcing. It signals the next phase in Classic Blue's strategy to be the preferred risk mitigation partner for enterprises where information technology is a vital part of normal business operations.

“We can now provide our customers with a total risk mitigation package by providing IT security solutions to complement Classic Blue’s highly regarded disaster recovery and managed services offerings.

“Securix currently provides managed business application services from a network and operation centre located in Canberra. This Security Operations Centre is a valuable addition to Classic Blue's Data Centre infrastructure in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.”

With the ever-increasing regulatory demands being imposed on business, the blending of Classic Blue’s traditional disaster recovery, business continuity, and hosting services available in Australia since 1996, with Securix’ core skill sets in IT security, will provide a very attractive option to address the full spectrum of risk mitigation requirements. It is expected that Classic Blue’s strong financial position and blue-chip client base in combination with Securix’ skill set and their own established client base will create a new leader in the Australian IT security market.

For further information please contact: Adrian Bogatez, Managing Director, Classic Blue Group +612 9439 3111, email mailto:info@classicblue.com.au, or visit http://www.classicblue.com.au.