ARI and GAMA Associations Continue Merger Process

The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) and the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA) are continuing the process of merging their two trade associations. Executive committees have instructed staff to engage legal and financial experts for due diligence and to draft merger documents, with a decision targeted before the end of 2007.

“The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) and the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA) have agreed to continue the process of moving toward a merger of the two associations. The executive committees of both have instructed staff to engage outside legal and financial experts to conduct the necessary due diligence reviews required and to draft proposed merger documents.”

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