Montreal, Canada, July 25, 2007 - Aethera NetworksTM, a globally focused company delivering agile solutions for multi-service access, edge aggregation and wireless backhaul networking, announced today the addition of three (3) new Value Added Resellers (VARs) who will distribute the company’s AEGIS-VTM product portfolio in key Latin American territories. The AEGIS-V platform includes the MEF-certified AEX-200TM micro-footprint multi-service Switching/Provisioning Platform (uMSxP), the AEX-50TM converged access appliance, and the AEX-150TM passive optical networking (PON) C/DWDM unit.

The recently appointed VARs are recognized distributors in their respective countries, each with over 15 years of established clientele that include a significant base of leading Latin American wireless, cable MSO and telecom service providers. With this recent distribution expansion, Aethera Networks’ products will be represented in Brazil by AGC Netcom, in Uruguay by Melcox, S.A., and in Argentina by Planex Telecomunicaciones.

“Latin America represents a key international market for our AEGIS-VTM solutions, optimized to facilitate the transition from legacy TDM networks to converged, Carrier Ethernet networks delivering scalable residential triple-play, multi-service business access and 3G/4G mobile services,” stated Juan-Felipe Gonzalez, Sr. Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Aethera Networks, “As we continue to implement our aggressive international growth strategy, experienced VARs such as Melcox, Planex Telecomunicaciones and AGC Netcom ensure our Latin American clients will benefit from the same world-class expertise and support Aethera Networks has provided for over 12 years.”

“Carrier Ethernet adoption has accelerated to full-scale deployments in Brazil. We expect this network evolution to continue for the next several years, responding to the demands of VoIP, HDTV, peer-to-peer bandwidth usage and increased use of Web 2.0 applications,” explained Jonah Trunk, President of AGC Netcom, Brazil, adding “Aethera Networks’ products address service providers’ needs through comprehensive support for SDH and legacy access as well the latest Carrier Ethernet services. As a result, AGC Netcom is pleased to distribute AEGIS-V solutions to the expanding Brazilian market.”

The President of Planex Telecomunicaciones, Marcelo Krimer, agreed, “We see the same trend in Argentina, the transition to fully converged networks is a must with the bandwidth growth fuelled by triple-play and emerging 3G/4G wireless services. During the shift to all-packet service delivery, local operators will continue to require coexisting TDM and IP networks for several years. Aethera Networks’ products are very competitive with support for both SDH and Carrier Ethernet in a single platform.”

Eduardo Martinez, President of Melcox Uruguay added, “Aethera Networks’ product line will complement Melcox’s current offerings, enabling us to provide complete turn key multi-service access and metro networking solutions to our customers. Melcox is very satisfied to have reached an agreement with Aethera Networks to distribute their complete line of equipment and systems in Uruguay.”

With a range of MEF-certified Carrier Ethernet products, Aethera Networks is an active member of the Metro Ethernet Forum, and will be sponsoring and participating in the upcoming MEF member’s meeting in Montreal, July 30th-August 2nd.

About Aethera NetworksTM Inc.
Access the EdgeTM - Aethera NetworksTM is a globally focused company delivering multi-service access, edge aggregation and backhaul networking solutions. The future-proofed Aegis-VTM platform enables service providers to transition from legacy to converged network architectures that seamlessly deliver TDM and packet-based services to their customers. Featuring a comprehensive MEF-certified Carrier Ethernet optimized & SONET/SDH networking portfolio built on the μFlexTM multi-service architecture, Aethera Networks’ solutions deliver unparalleled performance, scalability, resilience and economy in converged traffic access and edge aggregation applications including high performance metro networking, 3G / 4G wireless and FTTx/DSL/HFC backhaul.

Aethera NetworksTM is a privately owned company headquartered in Montreal, Canada with an install base of tens of thousands of carrier-class nodes delivering large-scale triple-play, wireless and data networking services. By providing customer-driven, carrier-class solutions and quality support for over 12 years, Aethera has established a global spectrum of clients including premier telcos, Cable MSOs and mobile operators.

For more information about Aethera NetworksTM and how our products help you Access the EdgeTM please visit: www.aetheranetworks.com.

About AGC Netcom, Brazil, Ltd.
AGC NetCom is established in the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil and it has an operational branch located in Winter Park, Florida USA. AGC NetCom has been operating in Brazil and throughout South America for over 20 years, with focused distribution of telecom, data, wireless instruments, test equipment and services. Satisfied customers range from small contractors through large Telco operators including Telefonica, Embratel, and TIM, as well as the State and Federal Governments of Brazil. www.agc.com.br

About the Melcox Group
The Melcox Group is a multinational company founded in 1993 specialized in the distribution and integration of telecommunications systems and contact center services. The group has offices in Spain (Melcox Iberica, S.L.), Uruguay (Melcox S.A.), and Argentina (Rennwagen S.A.) The different divisions of the Telecommunications area are: data networks, wireless technologies, telecommunications systems, optical fiber and accessories, telephony outside plant accessories, telecommunication instruments, digital video surveillance and broadcasting systems. www.melcox.com

About Planex Telecomunicaciones, Ltd.
PLANEX is a company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina engaged in businesses at the regional level. Since its inception in 1992, it has successfully developed in the telecommunications area, executing turnkey projects for leading operators of the Southern Cone, fully recognized by both its customers and technological partners. PLANEX has experienced throughout the years a sustained growth, providing solutions to telecommunications operators and regional integrators in the areas, such as: Wireless Access (WLL), Satellite Systems, Value-Added Service Platforms, Anti-Fraud Systems and Signal Monitoring, Access and Transmission Optical Systems, Pair Multipliers, Digital Compressors, State-of-the Art Access, Digital Loop Systems, Videoconference and Test Appliances, etc. www.planex.com.ar

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