Ingenico Group finalizes acquisition of GlobalCollect

PARIS, FRANCE: Ingenico Group announced the final closing of the acquisition of GlobalCollect, a leading global online full service payment provider, after approval by the relevant regulatory and antitrust authorities.

This transaction puts Ingenico Group in a unique position with an unrivalled presence in 125 countries, connections to more than 1,000 banks and acquirers and acceptance of more than 250 traditional and alternative payment methods, from in-store terminals to on-line and mobile solutions (digital wallets, Apple Pay.).

"Through the acquisition of GlobalCollect, we accelerate the implementation of our strategy on a global scale. This operation will enable us to continue to simplify payment for our customers, across all channels - in store, on line and mobile - and everywhere across the world," said Philippe Lazare, president and CEO of Ingenico Group.