PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2001--
Future Electronics to Distribute Agilent Semiconductor Products
throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East
Agilent Technologies Inc (NYSE:A) today announced that Future
Electronics, one of the world's leading technical distributors of
electronic components, has been granted authorization to distribute
Agilent's semiconductor products throughout Europe, Africa and the
Middle East.
This agreement extends the relationship between Agilent and Future
that already exists throughout the Americas. Future sells the complete
Agilent range of leading-edge fiber optic transceivers and integrated
circuits (ICs), storage networking products, RF semiconductors for
wireless applications, imaging solutions and a broad range of
opto-electronic components.
"The expanded agreement with Future Electronics throughout Europe
builds on a very successful track record in the Americas," said Frank
Robertazzi, vice president of worldwide distribution for Agilent's
Semiconductor Products Group. "We have also developed with Future a
centralized, streamlined supply chain that benefits customers with
added delivery flexibility -- a feature unmatched by other major
suppliers."
"The broad Agilent portfolio of high-performance semiconductors
represents an excellent fit with the needs of our customer base and
fully complements our existing stock lines," said Graeme McGrory, vice
president and managing director for Future Europe. "By extending our
strong relationship with Agilent, we can offer additional value to
European OEMs and contract manufacturers by providing total support
solutions tailored to their individual needs."
About Future Electronics
Future Electronics, a global leader in electronics distribution,
ranks 3rd in component sales worldwide. Founded in 1968, the company
has emerged as one of the most important entities in the electronics
distribution industry and today, is recognized around the globe among
the industry's most innovative organizations. This position is built
upon Future's commitment to maintain close business partnerships with
both suppliers and customers, coupled with the strength of its
commercial and technical competencies through all stages of the
design-production cycle. The company employs over 6,000 employees in
220 offices in 34 countries around the world. Future Electronics' web
site can be accessed at www.futureelectronics.com.
About Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) is a global technology leader
in communications, electronics, life sciences and healthcare. With
48,000 employees serving customers in more than 120 countries, Agilent
had net revenue of $10.8 billion in fiscal year 2000. Information
about Agilent can be found on the Web at www.agilent.com.
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