Joint venture between Thecus and GCT to provide local customer service and support to the region

Dubai, United Arab of Emirates (23- December 2015)

Thecus® Technology Corp., a leading innovator in network-attached storage, and GCT, a leading distributor of IT products in the Middle East, have worked closely for several years to deliver advanced storage solutions to customers in the Middle East, CIS, and Africa. In order to strengthen their partnership Thecus and GCT have launched a new joint venture, Thecus Middle East. Thecus Middle East will be based in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE, and will provide convenient distribution of Thecus' innovative storage solutions to the region. Users will now have access to local expertise for services and support for Thecus products.

"It is with great enthusiasm that we announce the launch of this new joint venture with GCT," said Florence Shih, CEO of Thecus. "With the establishment of a Thecus branch in the Middle East, we will be able to further our reach and provide better services and support to our customers in the region."

Established in 1997, GCT has been at the forefront of the IT industry in Middle East as a leading distributor and solutions provider and has been delivering Thecus products in the region over the last several years.

"We are very excited with the announcement of the formation of Thecus Middle East," Said Milad Jabbour, President and CEO of GCT. "Our strengthened alliance will allow us to further provide the full lineup of Thecus' advanced storage solutions while offering outstanding service and support to our customers."

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About Thecus
Established in 2004, Thecus Technology Corp. is a global provider of network attached storage and network video recorder solutions that empower people to store, manage, and access their digital content. Through cutting-edge hardware and design, Thecus aims to offer users a complete centralized storage solution for both onsite and cloud based environments. Thecus is committed to providing innovative, user-friendly, and best in class products, services and experience.

About GCT
Established in 1997 as Genius Computer Technology Ltd., GCT is now one of the leading distribution company and solution providers in the field of IT peripherals, networking, mobile accessories, display solutions. GCT the flagship company represents renowned brands that include Genius, Edimax, GX Gaming, Divoom and Lafeada. The business conglomerate headquartered in Jebel Ali, Dubai UAE with branches in KSA and Lebanon.

GCT is constantly improving distribution capabilities and the supporting systems such as Sales channels, Distribution network, Marketing, and RMA plays vital role in its tremendous growth that has achieved. GCT is committed to provide high quality services and products and because of the commitment and great support of channel partners and end users our brand products are leading and powerful in this region.

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