Sectra sells new security product to UK government authorities

Sectra sells new security product to UK government authorities The UK Ministry of Defence and Government Communications Headquarters have ordered Sectra's new security pouch for mobile phones, called Sectra Radio BlockerTM. The order includes delivery of over 3,000 units. The Sectra Radio Blocker has been developed by Sectra in conjunction with the UK national information assurance authority CESG (Communications-Electronics Security Group). Through CESG's Assisted Products Scheme (CAPS), the Radio Blocker pouch has been developed to allow mobile phones to be carried on restricted sites where radio transmitters are not allowed. The product is made from a unique radio suppression material, which stops all radio signals in the mobile phone frequency bands to and from a mobile phone whilst in the pouch. Tommy Waszkiewicz, President Sectra Communications AB says "This is our first development project in cooperation with UK government authorities and we look forward to a long-term relationship. The Radio Blocker is a very useful security product and I believe that it can also be of interest for our customers in other countries with similar high security awareness." Use of the Sectra Radio Blocker security pouch will increase the level of protection and efficiency of those with an operational need to have a mobile phone in restricted areas. The product also drastically reduces the requirements for the associated administration at site entry points at restricted areas such as Ministry of Defence or the security authorities. Mike Christie, Director of Sectra Communications Ltd, says "CESG's unique design solutions combined with our extensive knowledge in the identification and containment of unwanted radio signals, has resulted in the first product to meet CESG's new emerging standard for wireless technology screening products". As part of the process to be certified for use within the UK government authorities, the Radio Blockers have been extensively tested by CESG. The Radio Blocker is also available in larger sizes, which can be used for PDA's or laptop computers. For further information contact: Jan-Olof Brüer, President and CEO, Sectra AB, +46 13 23 52 09, janolof.bruer@sectra.se Tommy Waszkiewicz, President Sectra Communications AB, +46 13 23 52 47, tw@sectra.se Mike Christie, Director Sectra Communications Ltd, +44 124 270 4872, mc@sectra.se Visit our website at http://www.sectra.com About Sectra Communications Sectra develops and sells secure mobile communications systems, high-speed encryption for telecom and data lines as well as tactical radio systems. Customers are the defense forces and government authorities in Europe and within NATO with extremely high demands on communications security. Sectra has strong core expertise in encryption and is one of the leading companies in the world in the design and development of secure communications systems. Sectra's system is used by customers in Sweden, Norway, Germany, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Finland, the US, NATO's central organization and US EUCOM. Sectra's secure communications business is conducted in Sectra Communications AB, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sectra AB. Its UK office Sectra Communications Ltd based in Cheltenham specializes in high grade encryption devices, mainly for mobile communications. Sectra's operations Since the mid-1980s, Sectra has successfully conducted development and sales of high-technology systems and products in expansive niche segments. Sectra's operations include medical systems and secure communication systems and the company's cutting-edge products help customers all around the world to increase healthcare efficiency and protect sensitive information. Sectra has its roots in Linköping Institute of Technology in Sweden and the company's headquarter is located in Linköping. Business is conducted in eight countries with a total of approximately 350 employees. Sales for fiscal year 2003/2004 amounted to SEK 495 million. Since March 1999, Sectra's shares have been quoted on the O list of the Stockholm Exchange. ------------------------------------------------------------ This information was brought to you by Waymaker http://www.waymaker.net The following files are available for download: http://www.waymaker.net/bitonline/2004/11/03/20041102BIT21610/wkr0001.pdf http://www.waymaker.net/bitonline/2004/11/03/20041102BIT21610/bild.html Pictures