With this agreement, Birdstep will have strong connections to Government and Telecom sectors in Asia

OSLO, Norway - June 6, 2012- Birdstep Technology ASA ( ), a leading global provider of wireless connectivity and security software, has signed a partner and software distribution agreement with Haynik Holding Sdn Bhd, a leading Managed Mobile Solutions provider for businesses in Malaysia.   

Along with this cooperation, Birdstep will expand its presence in Asia and be able to reach Malaysian markets through a high quality partner. In addition to operating as a software distributor, Haynik will also provide professional services to end customers, such as support, maintenance and training services.

Haynik's strong connections, especially in Government and Telecom sectors, make it an ideal business partner for Birdstep Technology. Organizations operating in Malaysia's rapidly growing market are facing more and more IT security concerns and this partnership will fulfill those needs. Both parties will also aim to expand the business to nearby markets.

For further information please contact;

Anders Harrysson
Chief Executive Officer
+46 70 26 11 211

About Haynik Holding Sdn Bhd
Founded in 2008, Haynik Holding Sdn Bhd is a leading Managed Mobile Solutions provider for businesses in Malaysia, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur. It is a member of NTP World Group. For more information, visit www . haynik . com.

About Birdstep
Birdstep is a leading provider of Smart Mobile Data and Secure Mobility for operators, enterprises and governmental organisations. OurSmart Mobile Dataservices offer advanced solutions for data offload, support automation and end user communication to network operators. Our Secure Mobility services offer solutions providing seamless and secure connectivity to business data for corporations and governmental organisations.

Birdstep Technology was founded in 1996 and is since 2002 listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker "BIRD." The company has 66 employees and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with competence centres in Sweden, Finland and the United States. For more information, visit www.birdstep.com and follow @BirdstepTech on Twitter.