Segra to pay
Merger will enhance Segra’s growing fiber footprint in the Mid-Atlantic
Royster Tucker III, president and chief executive officer of NorthState, said, “We are excited to announce this transaction with Segra. We believe the combination of our businesses will deliver immediate and compelling value for NorthState’s shareholders and customers. Segra is an outstanding company that will continue to grow our network footprint in the
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to all of the NorthState employees whose dedication, support and hard work have made our success possible. I would also like to thank our customers and shareholders for their support and loyalty over our long history.”
Segra Chief Executive Officer
The merger agreement was unanimously approved by NorthState’s Board of Directors. It restricts NorthState’s ability to pay dividends on its common shares beyond those declared for the fiscal quarter ending
Additional Information about the Proposed Transaction
In connection with the proposed merger, NorthState will hold a special meeting to obtain shareholder approval and will mail a definitive proxy statement/information statement to its shareholders. The definitive proxy statement/information statement will contain important information about the proposed merger and related matters. In addition, investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the documents mailed to NorthState’s shareholders by contacting NorthState investor relations at investor.relations@nscom.com and by viewing the documents on or through NorthState’s website at www.northstate.net/investor-relations/. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF NORTHSTATE ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT/INFORMATION STATEMENT WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR INVESTMENT DECISION WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
About NorthState
NorthState is a technology company focused on inspiring the Internet-driven lifestyle through high-touch experiences. Its fiber-delivered, ultrafast Internet and Internet-driven applications enable residential customers and businesses to efficiently and securely take advantage of the Internet. Through its Technology Solutions business unit, NorthState provides data center colocation, customized cloud and IT solutions, managed disaster recovery services, cybersecurity, managed security and unified communications. For more information, visit northstate.net.
About Segra
Segra is one of the largest independent fiber bandwidth companies in the eastern
Special Note from NorthState Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact, including statements about our beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such. Such forward-looking statements reflect, among other things, our current expectations about the transaction and its timing, all of which are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Many of these risks are beyond our ability to control or predict. Because of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Furthermore, forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. We do not undertake any obligation to update or review any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Important factors with respect to any such forward-looking statements, including certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, include: the successful closing of the announced transaction with Segra, including obtaining the requisite regulatory, governmental and shareholder approvals and satisfying other closing conditions; the risk that required governmental and regulatory approvals may delay the transaction or result in the imposition of conditions that could cause the parties to abandon the transaction; the timing to consummate the proposed transaction; any disruption from the proposed transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with our customers, employees or suppliers; the diversion of management time on transaction-related issues; the transaction may involve unexpected costs, liabilities or delays; the outcome of any legal proceedings related to the transaction; the failure by Segra to obtain the necessary financing arrangement set forth in the debt commitment letters received in connection with the transaction; and other unforeseen difficulties that may occur. These risks and uncertainties are not intended to represent a complete list of all risks and uncertainties inherent in our business.
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