PLAINFIELD, Ind., Oct. 16, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) announced today that its subsidiary, Brightpoint Australia Pty. Ltd. ("Brightpoint"), has entered into an agreement with Apple Pty. Ltd. ("Apple") to distribute the iPod product range and iPod genuine accessories. As part of the agreement, Brightpoint will distribute iPod accessories to authorized Apple resellers in Australia.
"We are excited about the opportunity to work with Apple and look forward to expanding our business with Apple in Australia," said Bruce Thomlinson, President of Brightpoint Asia Pacific. "Moving into the portable music space with iPod creates a new product category for us and complements our vendor and product portfolio range in the market."
About Brightpoint, Inc.
Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) is a global leader in the distribution of wireless devices and in providing customized logistic services to the wireless industry. In 2007, Brightpoint handled approximately 83 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution, channel development, fulfillment, product customization, e-Business solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. The company has approximately 3,000 employees in more than 25 countries. In 2007 Brightpoint generated revenue of $4.3 billion and net income of $47.4 million. Brightpoint provides distribution and customized services to over 25,000 B2B customers worldwide. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).
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