Virgin Money has renewed an IT framework contract with Fujitsu after acquiring Northern Rock.

Fujitsu had previously provided IT services including mainframe maintenance to the bank which was rescued from closure by Virgin in 2012.

Virgin Money have now moved to extend Fujitsu’s operating system licence which supports the banks processing capabilities and provides support services.

Jonathan Kennedy, CIO, Virgin Money, said that Fujitsu, “moved with the times to exploit modern platforms. Fujitsu also provides the strategic consultancy and technical capability required in a trusted IT partner.”

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