* Brightpoint begins shipment of Google Nexus One Phone
INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 7, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) announced today that its subsidiary, Brightpoint North America L.P. ("Brightpoint"), has entered into an agreement with HTC Corporation ("HTC") (TWSE:2498) to perform fulfillment services for HTC relating to Google's web store in the U.S., including inbound receiving, inventory management, kitting of product, and picking and shipping of end-user orders from the Google web store, and transportation management.
"Brightpoint is very excited to continue its relationship with HTC and Google," said J. Mark Howell, President Brightpoint Americas. "We look forward to serving HTC and its customer, Google, with our wireless industry leading effective and efficient logistics services."
About Brightpoint, Inc.
Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) is a global leader in the distribution of wireless devices and in providing customized logistic services to the wireless industry. In 2008, Brightpoint handled approximately 84 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution, channel development, fulfillment, product customization, e-Business solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. The company has approximately 2,700 employees in more than 25 countries. In 2008 Brightpoint generated revenue of $4.6 billion. Brightpoint provides distribution and customized services to more than 25,000 B2B customers worldwide. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).
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