28 October 2002 - 17:23International Mapping Acquires Equator Graphics, Inc.

International Mapping is pleased to announce its acquisition of Equator Graphics Incorporated located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The acquisition of EGI blends two custom mapping firms that have traditionally targeted sectors of the market that place a premium on quality design work and high-end digital production. As a result of this acquisition, we will supplement our international clientele with EGI’s client base of Federal agencies, domestic textbook publishers, and travel publications.
Alex Tait, President of EGI, founded the company in 1992 to provide custom digital mapping services to clients primarily located in the greater Washington, DC region. At International Mapping, Alex will serve as Chief Cartographer and Director of Business Development. In this capacity he will play an active role marketing the combined strengths of both companies and serve as a client liaison with contracts involving the Federal Government.