Sierra Wireless introduces AirLink(TM) Mobile and M2M product line to European market

Feb. 11, 2008

Mobile World Congress, BARCELONA , Spain , Feb. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the availability of the AirLink(TM) line of intelligent Mobile and M2M devices throughout Europe . Commercial shipments are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2008, and Sierra Wireless is featuring the AirLink Mobile and M2M product line in the company's pavilion, located on the Avenue at AV99, at Mobile World Congress, held February 11 - 14 in Barcelona , Spain .

"The expansion of mobile broadband networks across Europe has opened up new opportunities for enterprises to improve business processes by utilizing wireless data in a variety of critical applications, such as remote data collection, security and infrastructure monitoring, fleet management, and mobile point-of-sale transactions," said Jim Lahey , vice president, EMEA for Sierra Wireless. "Our AirLink line of intelligent, rugged devices and software tools has been offering reliable data solutions in North American markets for over a decade, and we're pleased to now be able to deliver these products to our customers across Europe ."

Sierra Wireless's European launch includes the AirLink PinPoint X in-vehicle modem and the AirLink Raven X fixed wireless gateway, featuring HSUPA technology. Also being introduced is the AirLink Raven XT, a simplified, compact unit running on the GPRS networks widely available throughout Europe . These devices join the already deployed MP 875 rugged wireless modem as the Sierra Wireless family of AirLink Mobile and M2M devices.

Embedded Intelligence

Sierra Wireless AirLink devices are powered by ALEOS(TM) embedded intelligence. ALEOS, available only on the AirLink line of devices, simplifies installation, deployment and management of any wireless solution. Compatible with numerous machine protocols, ALEOS streamlines integration with a broad set of legacy equipment. In addition, ALEOS ensures a persistent network connection and enables extensive remote management and diagnostics, all of which are vital in remote, unmanned operations where physical access is difficult and expensive.

Remote Management and Control

AirLink devices are also supported by AceWare(TM), the comprehensive line of tools and utilities offered exclusively by Sierra Wireless. Deeply integrated with ALEOS, AceWare applications simplify deployment and management of wireless solutions by providing device setup and provisioning, remote control, configuration, and management of installed communications platforms.

Rugged and Intelligent Devices

The AirLink PinPoint X is an intelligent in-vehicle platform embedded with ALEOS technology, enabling robust device configuration and network session persistence. Equipped with a high precision GPS receiver and advanced remote management capabilities, the PinPoint X is well-suited for a wide variety of mobile data and location applications requiring real-time and continual data access.

Built on a robust processing environment and featuring embedded ALEOS intelligence and both Serial and Ethernet ports, the AirLink Raven X is designed to support today's highest speed cellular networks. The Raven X is an ideal solution for any application requiring unmanned access to high-speed wireless data, including retail or point-of-sale kiosks, wireless entertainment, and video surveillance.

Powered by ALEOS, the AirLink Raven XT is an intelligent, compact M2M platform enabling remote access and control of valuable assets. Equipped with a serial port, compatible with numerous machine protocols, and safe for use in hazardous environments, the Raven XT is an ideal solution for a long list of industrial communication solutions, including energy production and distribution, electric utilities, automation, and various infrastructure control and monitoring applications.

All Sierra Wireless Mobile and M2M HSUPA devices are fully backward compatible to HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS networks.

For more information about the Sierra Wireless AirLink Mobile and M2M product line please visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/product/mobile.aspx. To contact the Sierra Wireless Mobile and M2M Sales Desk, call +1 (510) 781-4200 or e-mail [email protected].

/Note to editors: To view and download images of Sierra Wireless products, please visit http://www.sierrawireless.com/product/photos.aspx. / About Sierra Wireless

Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) modems and software connect people and systems to mobile broadband networks around the world. The Company offers a diverse product portfolio addressing enterprise, consumer, original equipment manufacturer, specialized vertical industry, and machine-to-machine markets, and provides professional services to customers requiring expertise in wireless design, integration, and carrier certification. For more information about Sierra Wireless, visit www.sierrawireless.com.

"AirLink", "ALEOS", and "AceWare" are trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to, among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement of our services and products, statements about future market conditions, supply conditions, channel and end customer demand conditions, revenues, gross margins, operating expenses, profits, and other expectations, intentions, and plans contained in this press release that are not historical fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues and earnings depend in part upon our ability to successfully develop, manufacture, and supply products that we do not produce today and that meet defined specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan", "expect", "believe", and similar expressions generally identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the wireless data communications market. In light of the many risks and uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you should understand that we cannot assure you that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release will be realized.

CONTACT: Sharlene Myers , Sierra Wireless, Phone: (604) 232-1445, Email: [email protected]

SOURCE Sierra Wireless, Inc.

Copyright © 2007 PR Newswire Association LLC. All Rights Reserved.