VANGUARD CLOSES ON SALE OF S.C. SYSTEM TO TRITON | RCR Wireless

VANGUARD CLOSES ON SALE OF S.C. SYSTEM TO TRITON

by Reily Gregson

GREENSBORO, N.C.-Vanguard Cellular Systems Inc. said it has completed the sale of its Myrtle Beach, S.C., property to Triton PCS for about $160 million in cash.

The company expects to complete the sale of its 48-percent interest in the operations of Wilmington/Jackson, N.C., during the third quarter, and the sale of its Florida properties during the fourth quarter.

Vanguard said it expects to receive $30 million and $172.5 million, respectively, when these transactions are completed. The company plans to use the proceeds from the sale of the properties to pay down debt under its revolving credit facility.

You may also like