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Advantech Expands into Indonesia (Cincinnati, Ohio – 6/4/10) – Advantech, the leading ePlatform service provider, is pleased to announce the official opening of Advantech Indonesia. The new office is located in South Jakarta. In 2006, Advantech Singapore selected Eforel Citra Utama, PT to become the first local Premier Channel Partner to promote Advantech as the trusted ePlatform service provider in Indonesia. In early 2010, Advantech Co. Ltd worldwide headquarters decided to form Advantech Indonesia as one of its regional business units to further develop the Indonesian market. The effort has been rewarding and the growing team of channel management, marketing, and technical support continue to fulfill expansion needs. Eforel Citra Utama, PT has now become a Distribution Channel Partner of the Indonesian Market. Mr. David Soon, Regional Managing Director of Advantech Singapore, said “Indonesia is the largest economy in ASEAN, as shown in the GDP ranking. We should be able to play a major part in contributing to the growth of Indonesia’s industry. The timing is perfect for Advantech to increase our presence in Indonesia.” Advantech Indonesia comes under management of Advantech-Singapore. Mr. Satish Allampalli, Director Channel Business, will be coordinating closely with Advantech Indonesia for implementing corporate strategies/directions. Singapore will be the regional supporting hub for logistics, investments, business, marketing, and development activities. Currently, Focus Channel Partner Development is headed by Mr. Iwan Dharmawan who is also the Country Manager for Indonesia. The focus of this dedicated team is to create awareness, training, and supporting Channel Partners and key customers. This new initiative from Advantech will help expand the business and contribute to Indonesia’s economic growth. Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group - Founded in 1983, the Industrial Automation Group of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in eAutomation technology; combining connectivity, flexibility and ruggedness with today's most reliable PC- based automation technologies. Product offerings include: Open HMI platforms, Industrial Ethernet, Automation Controllers, Automation Software, Embedded Automation Computers, Distributed I/O Modules, Plug-in I/O, and Industrial Communication solutions for a wide array of industries. With more than 20 years experience in providing a full range of products to different vertical markets, the Industrial Automation Group is proving to be a globally leading Automation Product and Services provider. US operations for the Industrial Automation Group are based in Cincinnati, OH (800-205-7940). Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group, 1320 Kemper Meadow Drive, Suite 500, Cincinnati, OH 45240. Website: www.advantech.com/ea. Email: [email protected]. ###

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