Such an acquisition would greatly expand Alltel's presence in the cellular telephone industry.

Already several telecommunications companies have either announced acquisitions or joint ventures to expand their networks.

This acquisition has expanded Bush's holdings to include film and television companies, a music label and now video game development studios.

The acquisition expanded the company's portfolio to include the rights worldwide use of the Swift brand.

Tenneco especially wants to push into more foreign markets and make acquisitions to expand the packaging business.

The acquisition will expand Alltel's presence as a provider of local telephone service.

This acquisition expanded the Emptoris product suite to include services procurement.

The acquisition will expand the bank's branch network up to 30 percent.

Recent (2002) acquisitions have expanded the reserve lands to 308 ha.

The acquisition also expands the company's presence into Canada.