Applied Satellite Technology (Asia) Pte Ltd Appointed ‘Sailor Select Distributor’

Dec. 1, 2009 - PRLog -- The AST Group is pleased to announce the appointment of AST Asia as a ‘Sailor Select Distributor’ for the Asian region; including Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam & Indonesia.  

This new accreditation from Thrane & Thrane offers the "Sailor Select" product portfolio, including radio products in a cost effective, focused manner, through our existing distribution channel with a specific focus on the fish and work boat sector.

Nicholas Lee, General Manager of AST Singapore said: “This accreditation strengthens our ability to provide customers with first class satellite & radio products and services throughout our region.  We are committed to building long term relationships with our distribution partners’, and this accreditation will allow us to expand our reach into this channel”.

With multiple offices throughout the UK, Asia and Australia, the AST Group have an established international reseller network, with the UK office holding Thrane & Thrane global Master Distributor status for both radio and other satellite equipment.

Thrane & Thrane is the world’s leading manufacturer of equipment and systems for global mobile communication based on sophisticated satellite and radio technology. Since its incorporation in 1981, the company has established a strong position within global mobile communication solutions based on the Inmarsat system and today Thrane & Thrane provides equipment for maritime, land-based and aeronautical use.

The company’s products are sold throughout the world under the brands Thrane & Thrane, EXPLORER® and SAILOR®, through distributors and partners and as OEM products.  The company is listed on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange. More information about Thrane & Thrane can be found at: www.thrane.com.

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About AST - Part of the Gardline Group of privately owned companies, AST was established in 1992 with a background in providing communications solutions to the offshore oil and gas exploration industry. Recently celebrating its 15th year anniversary, the company has enjoyed tremendous growth in providing equipment to both the land and marine sectors including provision of satellite airtime.

AST currently operate on an international basis from two UK offices, with a further three independent offices based in South Africa, Singapore and Australia.
AST contribute their success and growth to their ability to offer customers a complete ‘one stop’ service combined with hard won specialised experience, a professional approach and a thorough understanding of customer needs.