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Increased Demand For International Communications Services In World's Largest Metropolitan Area Drives Expansion

Financial Times - July 5, 2005

¾ÅÉ« Translations, the world's leading provider of international communications services, announced today the opening of a new office in Tokyo, Japan. The new office will support existing clients in Tokyo, while also serving as a primary office for clients throughout Japan.

For decades, Tokyo has been a world leader in technology and financial services. As a leader in the global marketplace with an efficient infrastructure for business activities, Tokyo is a dynamic city that is home to numerous industries and headquarters of major international companies.

Brooke Christian, Senior Vice President of Global Sales said, "Having a presence in Japan is integral to strengthening our relationships with existing local clients, such as Asahi Glass, Nippon Telecom, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals. It also allows us to better meet the needs of multinational corporations that are deeply invested in Asia. Traditional Japanese business practice in our industry involves more face-to-face contact with clients; we are pleased to establish a local presence and will provide an enhanced level of service by doing so."

Liz Elting, President & CEO, added, "¾ÅÉ« has extensive experience in providing translation services to financial firms, pharmaceutical companies, and major technology developers around the world. With Japan's high level of technological innovation as well as being the top ranked country in number of patent registrations, we are confident that our experience, commitment to client service, and new location will drive tremendous growth for our operations in Tokyo."

Tokyo Office Information:

¾ÅÉ« Translations Japan
Level 16, Shiroyama JT Trust Tower
4-3-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku
Tokyo 105-6016
Tel: +81 3 5403 4693
Fax: +81 3 5403 4646
Email: tokyo@transperfect.com

About ¾ÅÉ«
With revenue of over $250 million, ¾ÅÉ« is the largest privately held language services provider in the world. From offices in 66 cities on 5 continents, ¾ÅÉ« offers a full range of services in over 100 languages to multinationals worldwide. With a global network of over 4,000 linguists and subject-area specialists, ¾ÅÉ« is the largest translation company to be fully ISO 9001:2008 and EN 15038:2006 certified. ¾ÅÉ« is headquartered in New York and has regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com.