SIERRA WIRELESS ESTABLISHES REGIONAL OFFICE IN DUBAI

Dubai – April 2005 – Sierra Wireless has established a regional operations office in Dubai as part of the continued expansion of their presence in the global marketplace, particularly the Middle East and Africa.

Sierra Wireless is a global leader in providing wireless communication solutions that enable its customers to improve their productivity and lifestyle. Over the years, the company has built up an excellent reputation based on its unique ability to design and market differentiated and reliable wireless solutions, for mobile professionals in a variety of vertical markets, including field sales and service, transportation, utilities, public safety, health care, and insurance.


Sierra Wireless’s product line is one of the broadest and most versatile in the industry. Each product features state of the art quality, design and performance, and many feature multi-mode network supports. The company’s product line includes AirCard®, the industry-leading wireless PC card line for portable computers; embedded modules for OEM wireless applications; the MP line of rugged vehicle-mounted connectivity solutions and Voq Professional Phone™, a line of professional phones with easy-to-use, secure software solutions for mobile professionals.

Products have been developed for existing and emerging wireless data networks in North America, Europe and Asia including Cingular (formerly AT&T Wireless), Bell Mobility, China Mobile, Orange, Sprint PCS and Vodafone. The strength of these strategic partnerships has been key to the company’s success over the years.

Sierra Wireless has experienced extraordinary growth and profitability during the Fiscal Year 2004. According to the latest financial release, the Company reported revenues of US$211.2 million and net earnings of US$24.9 million in 2004.