NETGEAR forays into the Middle East market

As part of the launch, NETGEAR unveiled a wide range of networking solutions and services to help small and mid-size businesses and individuals get more out of their businesses.

NETGEAR's affordable, easy-to-install security and software products combine reliability with high-performance in a diversity of environments. With capabilities that extend from home networking solutions and VOIP services, NETGEAR's branded networking solutions are aimed at significantly increasing the productivity of small and mid-size businesses, whilst improving their connection with customers. NETGEAR have recently been announced as the second leading networking company in the world in terms of number of Gigabit Ethernet ports and Wi-Fi nodes shipped.

Speaking at the press conference, Ahmad Zeidan, Channel Sales Manager for NETGEAR in the Middle East said,

"With a proven track record in delivering cutting-edge technologies as affordable, easy-to-use solutions for residential and SMB markets, we have earned a reputation for ourselves as the preferred go-to partner worldwide. We intend to extend our leadership position and reputation in the UAE and the entire Middle East."

"We understand that the Middle East is a huge market and tapping it is going to be a major challenge for us. With regard to this, we are launching a sustained effort to ensure the needs of this important market are understood and translated into products and services that exceed their expectations. We are confident that our products and services will allow small and mid-size business entrepreneurs to positively impact their business results," added Zeidan.

NETGEAR's complete line of award-winning, value-based networking products are sold by global sales channels, including value added resellers, direct market resellers and both traditional and online retailers.

"At NETGEAR, we offer low cost, simple-to-install and easy-to-manage solutions that are specifically designed to address the resource constraints of individuals and small and mid-size businesses. Driven by our vision to enter the Middle East market, our networking solutions will solve the dilemmas faced by SMBs today, such as the need to expand and upgrade communications technology to stay competitive in the market," concluded Zeidan.

In recognition of booming sales, stock performance, new product introductions and the consistent delivery of high value networking solutions to customers, NETGEAR was recently honored in Business Week's 'Hot Growth 100' list of fast-growing companies for the second consecutive year. The sole company to be honored by Best Buy with the coveted 2006 BRAVO! Award, in the Computers category, NETGEAR is known for its business excellence, speed and innovation, solution-orientation, and commitment to strong business partnerships. The company also topped the international competition to earn 'Channel Reseller News Networking Vendor of the Year' award.

Building on its success as the leading provider of technology solutions in Europe, NETGEAR is developing comprehensive innovative products and technology solutions for the Middle East. With a legacy of providing wired and wireless connectivity within remote and branch offices, NETGEAR's innovative and customer-focused solutions have provided the company a strong foundation for success.