BUSINESS solutions provider Logica is expected to increase its fleet size following a new outsourcing arrangement with IT expert Hyder Services. Logica has taken over the staff, assets and contracts of the firm in a deal worth about £80 million over the next four years.

As part of the contract, about 350 staff will join Logica, which includes a fleet of about 60 vehicles. Logica has a fleet of 1,300 cars and 800 staff who receive a cash option.

Included in the transfer to Logica are software development and support teams and a 24-hour-a-day support desk. Logica will pay about £9 million cash for the computing assets and property leases of the firm.