The acquisition also positions First Data to support multinational merchants and financial institutions extending their presence across Central and Eastern Europe, and it further expands the comprehensive infrastructure that First Data is putting in place to facilitate the requirements and regulations of the Single Euro Payments Area. As a result of the transaction, POLCARD’s 245 employees will join First Data International. David Yates, president, Europe, Middle East and Africa, First Data International, said: „“We are very pleased to complete the acquisition of POLCARD, and are excited to welcome the company’s skilled and knowledgeable workforce to the First Data family. Together, we will focus on delivering value and service excellence to our clients in Poland, and will expand our service offering into adjacent markets across the region.““ www.firstdata.com