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Storm Acquires Eastern Operations of WiBand Communications
Ottawa, ON. December 03, 2001 - Storm Internet Services (Storm) - a wholly owned subsidiary of International Datacasting Corp (TSE:IDC) announced today that it has acquired the entire eastern operations of WiBand Communications-a national supplier of fixed wireless voice, video and data communications, based in Winnipeg. Storm has also entered into a Joint Reseller Agreement to partner with WiBand in Western Canada.
Barry Williams, President and CEO of Storm commented, "We at Storm are very excited about this latest acquisition. We have been looking for an opportunity to expand into the greater Toronto area and this acquisition gives us an entry into that extremely important marketplace. WiBand's solid wireless client base in Toronto coupled with our years of experience in managing large wireless networks will make a strong fit for future growth. We will be integrating all of the WiBand Ontario network and the current Ontario-based WiBand clients into our existing network. This is going to grow our regional coverage to almost 50 points of presence in Ontario alone."
Robert (Bob) Kennedy, CEO of WiBand Communications says, "The leverage created by joining WiBand's proven ability to acquire customers with the impressive footprint of the combined networks is very exciting. WiBand is also looking forward to partnering with Storm-this will extend our ability to offer services all the way from Victoria to Ottawa."
Barry Williams concluded, "Equally important to us is the new Joint Resellers Agreement with WiBand covering Western Canada. By partnering with WiBand we will be able to expand the service we offer our enterprise customers even further. With this alliance we meet our goal of taking Storm national."
About Wi-Band:
WiBand is a national supplier of fixed wireless voice, video and data communications. Its development efforts and product offerings are focused on "unlocking the capacity of the last mile". WiBand provides the access speed and flexibility required for the advanced business communication needs of today and tomorrow. WiBand Communication was recently merged with the OA Group in Edmonton, Alberta.
Visit WiBand at www.wiband.com.
About Storm:
Storm Internet Services (Storm), a wholly owned subsidiary of International Datacasting Corporation, provides a wide range of Internet access services to residential and business users. Storm is an industry leader in providing broadband connectivity and has recently deployed a broadband wireless network approximating 25,000 square kilometers in Eastern Ontario, estimated to be one of the largest such networks in North America. Storm prides itself in implementing the leading edge in new technologies to provide faster and more reliable connectivity, as well as simpler and more powerful web interfaces. In addition to broadband wireless connectivity, the company also offers a full range of other services that include domain hosting and other connection technologies that range from traditional 56K dialup to dedicated fibre networks. Storm is known for providing consistent and highly reliable connectivity as well as their dedication and care taken to maintain excellent customer service.
Visit Storm on the web at www.storm.ca.
International Datacasting Corp.:
IDC (TSE:IDC) provides advanced products, systems and services for the implementation of broadband wireless infrastructure networks used to distribute multimedia data. IDC is at the forefront of delivering IP-based wireless datacasting solutions, via both satellite and terrestrial "last-mile" technologies. IDC's products are in demand for high-speed Internet infrastructure, enterprise networks, distance learning, and multimedia content distribution. IDC operates under a rigorous ISO9002 quality management system and is the recipient of the prestigious Canada Export Award for Innovation and Technology Achievement. IDC is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, as are its subsidiaries Storm Internet, CDS Prometheus and Superaje. A fourth wholly owned subsidiary, International Datacasting of America Inc., has offices in Georgia and California. IDC also has an established international network of partners and distributors and installations in more than 35 countries worldwide.
Visit IDC on the web at www.intldata.ca.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that may involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially. Factors that might cause a difference include, but are not limited to, competitive developments, risks associated with IDC's growth, the development of the market, regulatory risks, intellectual property infringement and other factors. IDC assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. More detailed information about potential factors that could affect IDC's financial and business results is included in the public documents IDC files from time to time with Canadian securities regulatory authorities.
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