BBN Technologies agrees to buy California firm

BBN Technologies, the Cambridge company that developed much of the early technology for the Internet, said today it has agreed to acquire Digital Force Technologies for an undisclosed amount.

Under the agreement, Digital Force Technologies, a California engineering firm that provides rapid tactical engineering solutions and products for US government customers, will become a wholly owned subsidiary of BBN Technologies.

"Digital Force Technologies will continue to operate from its San Diego, Calif., office, and founder Justin MacLaurin will remain as president and CEO," BBN said in a press release.

Tad Elmer (right), president and chief executive of BBN Technologies, said in a statement, "The acquisition of Digital Force Technologies supports BBN's growth strategy by providing us with additional opportunities to leverage the substantial intellectual property and technologies we create here."
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)