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BSM Technologies and EMS Global Tracking expand into Latin America

^{Published on 2011-03-24 04:20:34 - Market Wire}
 

WOODBRIDGE, ON, March 24 /CNW/ - BSM Technologies Inc. ("BSM" or the "Company")  (TSXV: GPS), a leading provider of remote monitoring, fleet management, fleet diagnostics and automated vehicle security systems, today announced that its SecTrack subsidiary is extending its reseller relationship with EMS Global Tracking ("EMS Global") to bring SecTrack's products and services to Latin America.

"We look forward to further collaboration with EMS Global as we strengthen our position in the region and target new growth opportunities in key markets such as Brazil, Mexico and Argentina," said Aly Rahemtulla, President and CEO of BSM. "We expect to focus our efforts on expanding our network of value-added resellers - similar to the strategy that has served us well in other regions."

The two companies have been working together since 2005, with SecTrack reselling EMS Global's Inmarsat technology, as well as related services and support. SecTrack provides hardware, communication links, and airtime for real-time tracking and management of vehicles, vessels and stationary facilities around the globe using Inmarsat D+ satellite communications. This offering is marketed through a network of 60 value-added resellers in 40 countries.

To support the expanded relationship with EMS Global, BSM expects to add to its sales team in Latin America.

"We are pleased to strengthen our relationship with BSM Wireless and to increase our combined presence in Latin America," said Simon van den Driesi, VP Global sales for EMS Global Tracking.

BSM and EMS Global will be jointly showcasing their capabilities at the intermodal show in Sao Paolo in April 2011.

About BSM Technologies

BSM Technologies, through its subsidiary BSM Wireless Inc., is a leading provider of remote monitoring, fleet tracking, fleet maintenance, and automated vehicle security systems providing real time, web‐based tracking of mobile and fixed assets. BSM provides solutions for commercial, government, and law enforcement organizations who manage and operate diverse assets and large fleets, and who seek to enhance customer service, improve the safety of their drivers and vehicles, and lower business costs. For more information, please visit [ http://www.bsmwireless.com ]

About EMS Global Tracking

EMS Global Tracking, a division of EMS Technologies, Inc., is a leader in global telematics and force tracking solutions, and a pioneer in Search and Rescue technology.  These solutions are used around the world to locate, track and communicate with cargo, personnel and fleet assets. The company's global tracking and messaging systems give military and civil organizations the ability to locate and enhance the security of these assets even in the world's most remote and hostile places.  For further information, visit [ www.emsglobaltracking.com ] or [ www.ems-t.com ].

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