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Aastra Completes Take Over of Ericsson Enterprise.

We are pleased to announce to all our customers that Aastra Technologies has completed its take-over of Ericsson Enterprise, The following is the press release from Aastra Technologies on April 30th, 2008 regarding its latest business acquisition:

“Aastra Technologies Limited is pleased to announce that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of the Enterprise Communication Business of Ericsson subject to certain jurisdictions being deferred in order to comply with applicable transfer requirements and corresponding post-closing adjustments.

With this acquisition, Aastra will now have a global installed base of Enterprise Communication customers with a leading presence in Western Europe and a significant extended footprint in key markets across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific (including Australia and New Zealand) and North and South America.

The addition of Ericsson’s Enterprise Communications extends Aastra’s reach in internet protocol Communication Servers, Unified Communication applications and integrated mobility, to address the communication needs of both small and large businesses. Aastra has grown rapidly by protecting its customers’ investment while offering a roadmap for customers to evolve to IP communications at their own pace. Aastra will continue to build on Ericsson’s success by supporting all existing products and applications, and by providing a smooth migration path to new technologies.”

Here at Unitel we are looking forward to the beginning of a new partnership with Aastra Technologies, Please refer to our website in the near future for our listing of all Aastra products.

In a separate statement from Aastra Co-CEO Tony Chen where he has reiterated Aastra’s commitment to Ericsson’s products and all its customers.

“Dear Sir or Madam,

As you know, Aastra Technologies Limited has agreed to purchase Ericsson’s enterprise PBX solutions business. This transaction, subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to close in April 2008.

Ericsson has been committed to the enterprise communication business for over 30 years with a broad portfolio of high quality products. Aastra’s intention is to build on the success of Ericsson by protecting customer’s existing investments in such products and offering a continuous migration path for the MX-ONE and SME portfolio as well as the relevant Applications. Aastra believes this approach will ensure the longevity of the customers’ existing solutions while enabling customers to plan for the adoption of the latest innovations with the minimal of risk or disruption.

Aastra does not have any plans to discontinue any product, services or support in the current portfolio and plans to continue the course of the roadmaps. Aastra is also committed to transferring the expertise and competence from Ericsson and will continue to leverage the current GO-TO market model for its sales activities.

Aastra Technologies is a global company at the forefront of the Enterprise Communication market. Aastra develops and delivers innovative and integrated solutions that address the communication needs of businesses small and large around the world with its sole focus being Enterprise Communications.

As a valued customer, you will benefit from a combined know-how and portfolio from both Ericsson and Aastra. By selecting Aastra as your communications partner you are already moving towards the future of Unified Enterprise Communications.

We will endeavour to ensure that you are continuously provided with information that is relevant to your business. However, if you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact your local representative.“