Computer Simulation Technology (CST) announces it has completed the acquisition of the Flomerics electromagnetics simulation software business including MicroStripes and FLO/EMC. The acquisition of the business line was closed as planned on January 31st 2008, including the transfer of EM technology. "We are thrilled with this acquisition," commented Dr. Bernhard Wagner, Managing Director, CST. "Both the new technology and people really complement CST's existing business, and the synergies will certainly benefit both current and future customers." Through this acquisition, CST has gained complementary EM technology for its customers; of particular interest is the transmission line matrix (TLM) method, as an alternative Time Domain approach. Furthermore, Flomerics' strong position in the EMC market and related specialized product features will offer new possibilities to CST's users, also operating in this market. CST will ensure a high level of continuity for all users of the MicroStripes and FLO/EMC products including full technical support. CST will continue to provide further MicroStripes updates (including the EMC add-on module) and expects to continue to support and enhance the transfer of geometry from FLOTHERM models. This transaction further increases CST's share in the 3D EM simulation market, and signals the beginning of a technical collaboration between Flomerics and CST GmbH. Customers will benefit from using a combination of world-leading analysis software products from the two companies. Flomerics and CST have been working together to ensure that Flomerics EM staff are offered continuous employment by CST GmbH, including those in sales, support, engineering and R&D roles. This also ensures the best possible ongoing support and future migration path for customers.