Today Clavister, a leading developer of high-performance IT/IP security technology and M Factory Corporation, a leading distributor of network equipment in Japan, announced an exclusive distribution agreement aimed at bringing Clavister's network security products to the Japanese market.

The market for network security products is anticipated to be one of Japan's fastest growing segments over the next five to six years. Clavister, who today is in a leading position on the European market, has the ambition to become as successful in the Japanese market.

For this reason, Clavister has chosen M-Factory Corporation as their exclusive distributor of firewall and VPN technology in Japan.

"The market for security products is predicted to have continuous positive growth in Japan and with this close co-operation we are able to offer our customers Clavister's award-winning and high-performing series of firewall and VPN products," says Vito Molinaro, Vice President of Professional Services, M Factory Corporation.

"We chose Clavister as our main supplier of network security products because of their knowledge and unique technology that provides several benefits and possibilities in comparison with products from other vendors. Clavister's products are well-known in Europe for their high-quality and security. The partnership with Clavister gives us the possibility to focus on the higher market segments and in addition it provides a product portfolio that fits our channel infrastructure." concludes Vito Molinaro, Vice President of Professional Services, M Factory Corporation.

"Clavister is in a state of rapid expansion and our market share in Europe and in the Middle-East is growing every day. The Japanese market, which has high demands on quality and security, is well suited for Clavister's products and also constitutes the next logical step in our global expansion. M-Factory has proven to be a highly competent distributor with an expert team capable of handling the expansion into the Japanese market" says Raoul Shabastari, Vice President of Sales, Clavister AB.

The first products were introduced to the Japanese market during April 2005. Initially, the product portfolio will consist of Clavister's Security Gateway Appliance Series, aimed at mid-sized and large corporations as well as service providers and data centers.


About Clavister
Clavister is a leading developer of high-performance IT/IP security technology. Clavister brings unsurpassed network security and the power of its solutions to the global firewall and VPN market. The products, based on unique technology, include carrier-class firewalls and VPN solutions. They have been awarded preferred choice by international press and are in use today by thousands of satisfied customers.

Clavister was founded 1997 in Sweden. Its R&D and headquarters is situated in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden and its solutions are marketed and sold through sales offices, distributors and resellers in Europe and Asia. Clavister also offers its technology to OEM manufacturers.

About M Factory Corporation
M Factory Corporation is a Systems Integrator founded in 1997. M Factory's main business areas are in broadband, security and mobile communications solutions. The company conscientiously provides value-added systems ranging from development stage through to ongoing maintenance. M Factory has a particular focus with broadband solutions. With an experienced team that includes CISSP* certified security experts and by selecting highest quality vendors, M Factory consistently provides creative solutions that are robust and mindful of meeting its customer's needs.

*A distinguished industry certification reflecting the qualifications of information systems security practitioners

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