PartnerTech discontinues the acquisition of BEVE Electronics


STOCKHOLM, July 9, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Following in-depth discussions and analysis's PartnerTech has decided to discontinue the negotiations on a possible acquisition.

Despite the composition settlement and the indisputable synergies that an acquisition would offer for both companies, PartnerTech has made the assessment that the conditions to pursue the acquisition are not sufficient.

For additional information, please feel free to call: Mikael Jonson, CEO, PartnerTech AB: +46 70-678 10 01 or Jonna Opitz, Investor Relations, PartnerTech AB: +46 40-10 26 43

PartnerTech develops and manufactures electronic products under contract for leading companies, primarily in telecommunications, IT, the engineering industry and medical technology. The company (www.partnertech.se), which has approximately 1,200 employees, is quoted on the O list of the Stockholm Stock Exchange.

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