CRAWLEY, U.K., Jan. 27, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Spirent plc (LSE: SPT; NYSE: SPM), a leading international network technology company, announces that Frederick "Fred" D'Alessio has been appointed as a non-executive director with effect from 26 January 2004.
Mr. D'Alessio (55) has over 30 years' experience in the telecoms industry, most recently holding the position of President of Advanced Services at Verizon Communications Inc., the largest network service provider in the United States. Since 2002 he has been a general partner and founder of Capitol Management Partners, a consultancy for early stage communications companies, and currently sits on the boards of three emerging US telecoms companies SS8 Networks, Inc., Aware, Inc. and Hatteras Networks, Inc.
Commenting, John Weston, Chairman of Spirent, said:
"Fred has had an extensive career in the telecoms sector and his insight and experience will be of great value to the Group as we continue to focus on the development of our communications activities."
About Spirent
Spirent plc is an international network technology company providing state-of-the-art systems and solutions for a broad range of customers. Our Communications group is a worldwide provider of integrated performance analysis and service assurance systems for next-generation network technologies. Spirent's solutions enable customers to develop, deploy and assure network equipment and services more economically and efficiently by emulating real-world conditions and assuring end-to-end performance of large-scale networks. Our Network Products group provides innovative solutions for fastening, identifying, insulating, organising, routing and connectivity that add value to electrical and communication networks in a wide range of applications. Our Systems group offers integrated solutions for the power controls and aerospace markets. Further information about Spirent plc can be found at www.spirent.com
Spirent plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (ticker: SPT) and on the New York Stock Exchange (ticker: SPM; CUSIP number: 84856M209) with one American Depositary Receipt representing four Ordinary shares.
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