TRENDnet signs Micro-P for UK and Ireland Distribution

PRLog (Press Release) - Oct. 12, 2011 - LONDON, UK. – October 12, 2011–TRENDnet, a best-in-class networking manufacturer of wired and wireless networking solutions, today announces the availability of TRENDnet products through Micro-P, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading retail and B2B technology distributors. Under the terms of the agreement and with immediate effect, Micro-P will distribute a large selection of TRENDnet’s most popular networking products, including award winning Wireless, first to market Powerline, Switch, PoE, KVM, and Print Server networking solutions.

Rodney Finney, Director of Sales at TRENDnet said: “We are very excited to be partnered with Micro-P. With over 31 years of experience in the B2B and retail market, selling to 8,000 resellers, Micro-P will help TRENDnet significantly expand its product availability and brand awareness in the UK and Ireland. TRENDnet is dedicated to work closely with Micro-P, with the goal of building a prosperous long term partnership.”

TRENDnet provides award winning networking solutions to small and medium size business and home users, enabling them to share broadband access, multimedia content and networked peripherals for true anywhere connectivity. The diverse product line includes Wireless, Fiber, Switch, Gigabit, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM), Internet Camera, Print Server, Powerline, Bluetooth, Storage Server, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and Multimedia Accessories.

“Micro-P has a reputation for offering one of the largest selections of networking hardware products,” stated Simon Barnard, General Manager for Technical, Micro-P. “The TRENDnet brand is entering a mature and competitive product category within Micro-P, however TRENDnet’s broad product portfolio coupled with their ability to produce compelling niche products will provide our customer base with greater selection when planning their next networking project.”

This new partnership will be supported by PowerIT-2-Channel, experts in taking growth brands to market in Europe.

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About Micro-P
Micro-P is one of the leading B2B and retail distributors in the UK and a wholly owned subsidiary of parent company DCC PLC, Ireland’s 8th largest company. Founded over 30 years ago, Micro-P represents over 150 manufacturers in the UK alone spanning 20,000 products across computing and accessories, print, consumer electronics, networking, servers and solutions, communications and mobile and AV solutions.  By promoting and selling into its established base of 8,000 resellers it continues to champion new markets, drive channel penetration and product innovation and deliver bespoke end-to-end solutions.  Micro-P’s extensive stock holding, flexible credit terms and value add approach to business gives Micro-P and its customer base a strong platform from which to grow. For further information, please visit: www.micro-p.com

About TRENDnet
TRENDnet is an award winning global brand, dedicated to providing a complete line of high quality yet affordable networking solutions for small to mid-sized business and home users alike. Founded in 1990, TRENDnet is headquartered in Torrance, California, and maintains branch offices in Europe, Central America, South America and Asia. TRENDnet products are sold in over 125 countries. The TRENDnet brand is consistently recognised for high quality, exceptional performance and unparalleled support. For more information visit www.trendnet.com.

Media contact for Micro-P:
Beth Brown
Head of Marketing
E: bethb@micro-p.com
M: 07795 541540
P: 01256 774131
W: www.micro-p.com

Media contact for TRENDnet:
Natasha Simmons
Touchdown PR
Tel: 01252 717040
Email: trendnet@touchdownpr.com