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Expansion and acquisitions

I've noticed many reports in the media about the Paramount Group expanding and taking over a number of other South African businesses as well as entering into partnerships particularly in the Middle East. The company appears to be in a strong growth phase, apparently fuelled by a fat order book. I will try to gather suitable sources here within the next few days so that the article can be updated. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 14:18, 8 September 2014 (UTC)[reply]

I will be expanding this article over the next day or two. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 09:45, 18 September 2014 (UTC)[reply]

Days turn into weeks... I'm not sure when I'll be able to get to this, but it remains high on my to-do list. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 17:06, 29 September 2014 (UTC)[reply]

I would love some assistance in making new edits and updates to the company page. Would appreciate assistance in updating the page User:FHF Christopher Onderstall (FHF Christopher Onderstall) — Preceding unsigned comment added by FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk • contribs) 17:00, 20 September 2016 (UTC)[reply]

FHF Christopher Onderstall, great!, let's do this. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 11:09, 26 September 2016 (UTC)[reply]

Some sources on acquisitions:

Acquisition of Nautic http://www.bdlive.co.za/companies/2013/11/07/paramount-acquires-majority-stake-in-nautic-africa http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/paramount-secures-naval-capabilities-through-acquisition-2014-02-21/rep_id:4136 https://www.enca.com/south-africa/world-class-naval-vessels-be-produced-sa

Acquisition of ATE http://www.bdlive.co.za/companies/2013/06/06/paramount-acquires-ate-for-undisclosed-sum http://www.aviationtoday.com/av/topstories/Paramount-Group-Acquires-ATE_79454.html#.V2AHTryPX8s

Acquisition of DCD Mobility factory http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/latest-paramount-acquisition-marks-a-major-consolidation-in-the-sa-defence-industry-2015-04-10 http://www.iol.co.za/business/companies/paramount-buys-leading-armoured-vehicle-maker-1843029 — Preceding unsigned comment added by FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk • contribs) 21:08, 26 September 2016 (UTC)[reply]

As requested above I will implement the changes, directly to the page – please flag if you have any issues with my changes. FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk) 13:01, 25 November 2016 (UTC)[reply]

Navbox template

I propose that we create a Navbox template for this, and other related articles, similar to the Denel navbox. -- Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 12:22, 26 November 2016 (UTC)[reply]

FHF Christopher Onderstall take a look at Draft:Template:Paramount Group. I'm guessing you would be able to add some content. Roger (Dodger67) (talk) 17:24, 30 January 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks Roger (Dodger67) I've attempted an update. — Preceding unsigned comment added by FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk • contribs) 15:21, 8 February 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Design and vehicles

Propose the addition of the Mbombe 6x6 entry to the page. In May 2016, Paramount Group and Jordan Manufacturing Services Solutions (JMSS) signed a contract for Jordanian production and assembly of the Paramount Mbombe (6x6) at a dedicated facility in the Dulail – King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB) Industrial Park. ^[1] User:FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk) 15:50, 28 July 2017 (UTC) In September 2016, Paramount Group launched the Mbombe 8. The Mbombe 8 might be a military vehicle, but it has the comfort of a modern sport utility vehicle (SUV). The vehicle, designed and engineered in South Africa, has top speed of about 110km/h. It specialises in protective gear for land mines. ^[2]User:FHF Christopher Onderstall (talk) 15:50, 28 July 2017 (UTC) Roger (Dodger67) would you be able to assist in these edits? (talk)[reply]

References

[1] ttp://www.janes.com/article/60200/local-build-for-mbombe-sofex16d2

[2] ttp://www.sabc.co.za/news/a/3662d5804e3c358bb7b4f7eff8f9ea1b/ParamountundefinedlaunchesundefinedMbombeundefined8undefinedatundefinedAAD-20161409

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