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Sierra Wireless Announces New Release of M2M Studio Integrated Development Environment


Vancouver, Canada  :  December 16, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced a new major release of M2M Studio, a fully integrated environment for the development of embedded machine-to-machine (M2M) software, enabling developers to create, develop, compile, download, debug and test their applications.


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Sierra Wireless AirCard® USB 307 modem launches on new Telefónica HSPA+ network in Spain


Vancouver, Canada  :  November 23, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the Sierra Wireless AirCard® USB 307 modem is now available in Spain for the new HSPA+ mobile broadband network operated by Telefónica. Initially offered in Madrid and Barcelona, Telefónica has announced plans to expand HSPA+ support to cover about 78 percent of the population by the end of 2010.


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Sierra Wireless to present at the Scotia Capital Telecom & Tech 2010 Conference


Vancouver, Canada  :  November 9, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR – TSX:SW) today announced the company’s participation in the Scotia Capital Telecom & Tech 2010 Conference, to be held November 10, in Toronto.


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AT&T announces new 3G LaptopConnect device


Dallas, USA  :  November 9, 2009             General



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Correction to Sierra Wireless October 28, 2009 Press Release


Vancouver, Canada  :  October 29, 2009             Financial



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Sierra Wireless Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results


Vancouver, Canada  :  October 28, 2009             Financial



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Atos Origin and Sierra Wireless join their expertise to deliver a unique solution for large-scale deployments of Machine-to-Machine applications


Paris, France and Vancouver, Canada  :  October 13, 2009             General


Atos Worldline, which brings together Atos Origin's core expertise in hi-tech transactional services, and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announce their collaboration in the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) market. This association reflects the desire on the part of the two companies to deliver solutions that match with the variety of challenges facing vertical markets such as the power, facilities management, retail, health, transport and manufacturing industry sectors. This collaboration makes it possible to provide effective ongoing and global support for business specific issues whilst cutting implementation time.


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Helix RT 3G Router now available from Sierra Wireless for use on the Verizon Wireless network


San Diego and Basking Ridge, USA, and Vancouver, Canada  :  October 8, 2009             General


From CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment 2009 in San Diego, Verizon Wireless and Sierra Wireless announced today that the AirLink Helix RT intelligent 3G router, powered by ALEOS™ embedded intelligence, has been approved to run on the most reliable wireless voice and data network in the United States through Verizon Wireless’ open development program.  The wireless leader’s open development program provides customers with the option to use wireless devices it does not offer directly, such as the AirLink Helix RT router from Sierra Wireless, on the most reliable voice and data network in the country.


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Sierra Wireless AirCard® 402 2-in-1 data card now available for use on the Verizon Wireless network


San Diego and Basking Ridge, USA, and Vancouver, Canada  :  October 8, 2009             General


From CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment 2009 in San Diego, Verizon Wireless and Sierra Wireless announced today that the AirCard® 402 2-in-1 mobile broadband card has been approved to run on the most reliable wireless voice and data network in the United States through Verizon Wireless’ open development program.  The wireless leader’s open development program is designed to offer businesses and consumers the ability to use wireless devices, software and applications it does not offer on its nationwide wireless network. The AirCard 402 joins the Sierra Wireless USB 598, which was approved through Verizon Wireless’ open development program earlier this year.


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Sierra Wireless Embedded Module Offers Quad-Band HSPA Frequency Support


Vancouver, Canada  :  October 7, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the introduction of the MC8795V, the newest product in the Company’s expanding line of embedded modules.


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MobiPower selects Sierra Wireless for asset protection solution


Sao Paulo (Brazil) and Vancouver (Canada)  :  October 7, 2009             General



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Vodacom launches a new vehicle tracking SIM card for South Africa


Johannesburg, South Africa and Vancouver, Canada  :  October 6, 2009             General


Vodacom, South Africa’s leading cellular network, together with Tracker and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), has launched a world first with the introduction of a next generation SIM card for vehicle tracking, based on the inSIM® technology from Sierra Wireless.


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ORBCOMM selects Sierra Wireless to deliver innovative subscription and device management capabilities for its M2M web services platform


Fort Lee, USA and Vancouver, Canada  :  October 5, 2009             General


ORBCOMM Inc. (Nasdaq: ORBC), a global satellite data communications company focused on two-way Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications, and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR – TSX:SW) today announced that they have entered into an agreement to integrate innovative capabilities of Sierra Wireless’s M2M services platform (M2MOperatingPortal™) within ORBCOMM’s web services portal to enable customers to control their M2M services, devices, and communications.


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Sierra Wireless integrates Anyware Technologies to provide comprehensive M2M solutions and services


Vancouver, Canada  :  October 1, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) is proud to announce an important step today in the integration of Anyware Technologies into Sierra Wireless. The Toulouse-based company, which became a subsidiary of Wavecom, S.A. in 2008, has become an integrated business unit of Sierra Wireless, and the Anyware Technologies brand is being discontinued. As part of the integration, the open source solutions and services arm of Anyware Technologies will be spun off as an independent enterprise. The new enterprise, based in the Toulouse area, will focus on IT and web consulting and will continue to support the open source development of the Ametys CMS tool suite.


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Radiocrafts and Sierra Wireless introduce Open Metering System compliant gateway for Smart Meters


Oslo, Norway and Issy-les-Moulineaux, France  :  October 1, 2009             General


Radiocrafts AS and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the launch of a GSM/GPRS/EDGE gateway for smart metering which embeds a Wireless M-Bus radio, compliant with OMS, in a very compact form factor.


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Sierra Wireless adds to AirCard® product portfolio with five new products for HSPA and HSPA+ networks


Vancouver, Canada  :  September 29, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the addition of five new products to the company’s AirCard® line of data cards and USB modems for mobile broadband networks worldwide. Designed to meet the needs of network operators, enterprises, and consumers worldwide, the expanded AirCard lineup includes the second generation of Sierra Wireless products for the emerging HSPA+ technology standard, which offers download speeds of up to 21 megabits per second (Mbps). It also includes a new style and design for Sierra Wireless HSPA USB modems.


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Sierra Wireless announces a new service contract with PSA Peugeot Citroën


Vancouver, Canada  :  September 28, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group, a global leader in advanced automotive technology, has signed a contract to use Sierra Wireless device management services for the remote monitoring and software upgrade of future generations of cars equipped with Sierra Wireless-based telematics technology.


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Outpost Central and Sierra Wireless Announce New Smart Metering Gateways


Auckland, New Zealand and Vancouver, Canada  :  September 17, 2009             General


Outpost Central and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the introduction of a series of wireless communication solutions for smart utility metering. Smart metering solutions enable utility companies to collect data on energy and water consumption, and consumers to make smart choices about their energy use.


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T-Mobile and Sierra Wireless sign MOU for joint M2M offerings


Bonn, Germany and Vancouver, Canada  :  September 1, 2009             General


T-Mobile and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) that is expected to lead to a joint solution offerings for the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications market.


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NetComm crowns its 3G range with the Sierra Wireless line of AirLink intelligent devices


Sydney, Australia and Vancouver, Canada  :  August 20, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) and NetComm Limited today announced that NetComm has further strengthened its offerings in the 3G sector under an agreement to distribute the Sierra Wireless AirLink range of in-vehicle and M2M devices in Australia and New Zealand. This agreement expands the collaborative relationship between Sierra Wireless and NetComm, which has integrated Sierra Wireless embedded modules into NetComm wireless gateways for enterprise, SOHO, and consumer markets since 2007.


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Sierra Wireless devices certified "Compatible with Windows 7"


Vancouver (Canada)  :  August 11, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced a milestone in the company’s efforts to simplify the way customers connect with mobile broadband networks. The Sierra Wireless AirCard® 402 2-in-1 data card, the Compass 885 and USB 598 modems, and the MC5728V embedded module have passed Microsoft Corp. certification tests for compatibility and reliability with Windows 7 mobile broadband and can officially be designated “Compatible with Windows 7.” Testing of other devices in the Sierra Wireless product portfolio is underway and complete Windows 7 compatibility information will be updated regularly at www.sierrawireless.com/windows7.


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Sierra Wireless to launch hosted remote management service for AirLink™ product line


Vancouver (Canada)  :  August 5, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the latest enhancement to its suite of ACEware™ web-based device management platforms, ACEnet Services edition. Using a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, ACEnet Services offers customers a secure hosted platform to comprehensively configure, control and manage their entire deployment of AirLink devices using a standard web browser.


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Sierra Wireless Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results


Vancouver, Canada  :  July 30, 2009             Financial



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Timing of Sierra Wireless Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results


Vancouver, Canada  :  July 28, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) will release its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2009  after the market closes on Thursday, July 30, 2009. Sierra Wireless President and CEO, Jason Cohenour, and CFO, David McLennan, will hold a conference call with analysts and investors to discuss the results at 6:00 PM Eastern time the same day.  A live slide presentation will also be available for viewing from the webcast link below.


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Australia's Fastest Mobile Broadband Just Got Faster with a World First Combination of Network and Device Capability


Sydney (Australia)  :  June 23, 2009             General



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Sierra Wireless to participate in RBC Capital Markets' 2009 Technology, Media, and Communications Conference


Vancouver (Canada)  :  June 8, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the company’s upcoming participation in the RBC Capital Markets 2009 Technology, Media and Communications Conference, to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco, June 9-10. Jason Cohenour, Sierra Wireless President and Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to speak at 11:30 AM Pacific time on Wednesday, June 10.


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Sierra Wireless CEO to present at Barclays Capital Worldwide Wireless and Wireline Conference 2009


Vancouver (Canada)  :  May 21, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the company’s upcoming participation in the Barclays Capital Worldwide Wireless and Wireline Conference 2009, to be held May 27 and 28 at the Crowne Plaza Times Square in New York. Jason Cohenour, Sierra Wireless President and Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to speak at 11:30 AM Eastern time on Wednesday, May 27.


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Sierra Wireless Announces Changes to Executive Leadership Team and Cost Synergy Initiatives


Vancouver (Canada)  :  May 15, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing and machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, announced changes to the Sierra Wireless executive leadership team as well as certain cost reduction initiatives related to the integration of Wavecom with Sierra Wireless.


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Sierra Wireless to add ALEOS™ embedded intelligence to the MP line of rugged mobile gateways and routers


Vancouver (Canada)  :  May 13, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that the robust ALEOS™ embedded intelligence platform will be available on the MP line of rugged in-vehicle mobile routers for the first time. With the addition of ALEOS, which enhances the intelligence and feature set of the MP product line, all AirLink™ gateways and routers from Sierra Wireless will share a common firmware platform, simplifying device management and support. The new release of ALEOS, version 4.0, also includes feature enhancements such as improved security and routing functionality, as well as embedded ACEmanager, the new browser based configuration and management utility in the ACEware™ remote management suite.


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Meta System and Wavecom to jointly develop solutions for automotive telematics


Reggio Emilia (Italy) and Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  May 4, 2009             General


Meta System Spa and Wavecom today announced that they are collaborating to develop two joint automotive telematics solutions. The companies are both leading suppliers to the automotive market: Meta System, a MetaSystem Group company specializes in research, development and production of electronics applied to advanced safety systems for motor vehicle market, while Wavecom dominates the market for wireless communication solutions for the automotive industry.


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Sierra Wireless Reports First Quarter 2009 Results


Vancouver (Canada)  :  April 30, 2009             Financial



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Timing of Sierra Wireless First Quarter 2009 Financial Results


Vancouver (Canada)  :  April 27, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) will release its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009  after the market closes on Thursday, April 30, 2009. Sierra Wireless President and CEO, Jason Cohenour, and CFO, David McLennan, will hold a conference call with analysts and investors to discuss the results at 5:30 PM Eastern time the same day.


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Wavecom-powered MobileLink Service Wins Hong Kong ICT Awards


Hong Kong (PRC)  :  April 14, 2009             General


Wavecom is pleased to announce that MobileLink service, a brand new outdoor support and care service providing 24 hours a day support to senior citizens, won four titles in the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2008. The ceremony was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in February 2009.


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Sierra Wireless Achieves Squeeze-Out Threshold in Subsequent Offering for Wavecom


Vancouver (Canada) and Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  April 8, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, announced today that the results of the subsequent offering period of the all-cash tender offers for Wavecom shares were a success and allowed Sierra Wireless France, to reach the squeeze-out threshold.


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New Sierra Wireless embedded module a feature-rich, cost-effective choice for OEM customers


Vancouver (Canada)  :  April 2, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the MC5728V, the newest addition to the company’s embedded module product line, designed for EV-DO Revision A networks. The Sierra Wireless MC5728V embedded module is designed to provide more flexibility to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) integrating mobile broadband connectivity into a variety of devices, including fixed wireless terminals and portable handheld devices.


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Wavecom Q26 Elite CDMA 2000 1x device passes FCC and CDG 1 & 2 testing


Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (USA)  :  April 1, 2009             General


Wavecom today announced that its Q26 Elite Wireless CPU® has passed all FCC and CDG 1 & 2 testing and is Safe for Network on the Verizon Wireless, Sprint and Aeris networks.


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Sierra Wireless USB 598 now available for use on the Verizon Wireless network


Las Vegas, Nevada (USA)  :  April 1, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that the Sierra Wireless USB 598 is compatible with the Verizon Wireless network after going through the wireless leader’s open development program.  The Sierra Wireless USB 598 is now available for purchase through Brightpoint, Brightstar, and www.sierrawireless.com/estore.


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Sierra Wireless enhances Software Management Suite for AirLink™ Product Line


Las Vegas, Nevada (USA)  :  April 1, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that the ACEware™ suite of management tools has been comprehensively re-architected to provide an improved experience for customers deploying AirLink™ gateways and routers. The new browser-based tools feature an enhanced user interface and exciting new functionality available without installing any software.


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Sierra Wireless TRU-Flow™ improves performance across product lines


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 31, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the expansion of the company’s patent-pending TRU-Flow™ technology to include Sierra Wireless EV-DO products. First launched in the company’s HSPA product line in 2007 to address the issue of reduced data transfer speed during simultaneous upload and download, TRU-Flow is the only technology in the world to improve web page load times during uplink congestion even with virtual private network (VPN) enabled.


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Sierra Wireless USB modems available from CSL in Hong Kong


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 31, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that CSL Limited, the leading mobile network operator in Hong Kong, has selected two Sierra Wireless USB modems to provide high-speed wireless connectivity for notebook computer users on the CSL network.


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Sierra Wireless and Wavecom announce first technology collaboration, on-air, live at CTIA


Vancouver (Canada) and Research Triangle Park (North Carolina)  :  March 30, 2009             General


Less than one month after Sierra Wireless acquired Wavecom, the two companies announced today compelling proof of the product and technology synergies expected from the combination of two leaders in wireless data solutions. This week, Wavecom and Sierra Wireless will demonstrate a network-connected EVDO Fastrack Extreme, streaming video of the CTIA show floor over the Internet using an integrated Sierra Wireless MC5727 PCI Express Mini Card.


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New Sierra Wireless AirCard® 2-in-1 data card design transitions through notebook upgrades


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 30, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today introduced the Sierra Wireless AirCard® 402, the first product in the Sierra Wireless AirCard product line to offer 2-in-1 functionality. The AirCard 402 is a PC Card that offers the convenience of switching to the ExpressCard form factor whenever required. By offering both PC and ExpressCard form factors in a single device, Sierra Wireless spares customers the expense of purchasing a new mobile broadband device when they upgrade their notebook computers.


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Magneti Marelli selects Sierra Wireless embedded modules for telematics product


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 26, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that Magneti Marelli has selected Sierra Wireless mobile broadband embedded modules with EMConnect™ firmware features for integration into its telematics products developed for safety, entertainment and satellite navigation applications. Magneti Marelli’s telematics product offering with the integrated Sierra Wireless MC5727V embedded module is now available to Ford customers as part of the Ford Work Solutions system, providing high-speed internet access, location based services, and fleet tracking and management capabilities.


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Newly accredited testing facilities help to streamline development for Sierra Wireless OEM customers


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 16, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that the company’s test laboratories in both Richmond, British Columbia and Carlsbad, California have been granted CTIA Authorized Test Lab (CATL) status for Over the Air (OTA) Performance testing. Prior to becoming a CATL, both laboratories obtained A2LA accreditation for ISO17025:2005. Facilities with this authorization are able to submit OTA test results for wireless devices and have them recognized by network operators for the purpose of network certification.


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Subsequent Offering Period Opens in France and the US


Vancouver (Canada) and Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  March 11, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing, and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, confirmed today that, as previously announced, the subsequent offering period of the all-cash tender offers of Sierra Wireless France, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sierra Wireless, Inc., for Wavecom securities in France (the “Offer”) and the United States (the “U.S. Offer”) (together with the Offer, the “Offers”) opened today and will close on March 31, 2009. Sierra Wireless France has irrevocably undertaken to accept all ordinary shares, American Depositary Shares (“ADSs”) and OCEANEs tendered in the subsequent offering period. The offer price for the ordinary shares is €8.50 per share, and the offer price for the OCEANEs is €31.93 plus unpaid accrued interest (calculated pro rata to the number of days from the last interest payment date to the day of settlement for the OCEANEs) per OCEANE. The offer price for the ADSs is the US dollar equivalent of €8.50 per ADS.


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New Wavecom Board of Directors


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  March 6, 2009             General


Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, announced today that, in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding entered into between Sierra Wireless, Inc. and Wavecom on December 1, 2008 and following the change of control of Wavecom, Michel Alard, Aram Hékimian, Bernard Gilly, Stephen Imbler and Anthony Maher tendered their resignations as directors of Wavecom and Ronald Black tendered his resignation as director and CEO of Wavecom, effective as of March 6, 2009, which resignations were duly accepted.


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Wavecom and Telenor Connexion combine expertise to offer telematics and M2M solutions that pair wireless devices with connectivity


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  March 5, 2009             General


Wavecom and Telenor Connexion today announce the signing of an agreement that will allow the two companies to offer a solution that provides easy accessibility to Telenor’s network with Wavecom Wireless CPU® devices by embedding the Telenor Connexion SIM component into the Wavecom devices. This solution targets high-volume applications such as telematics systems for automotive, on-board equipment for intelligent transport systems and smart meters for utility companies.


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Sierra Wireless Completes Acquisition of Wavecom


Vancouver (Canada) and Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  March 2, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing, and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, confirmed today that the cash payment to financial intermediaries for the ordinary shares and OCEANEs tendered into the offer launched in France by Sierra Wireless France, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sierra Wireless, Inc., occurred on February 27, 2009. These shares and OCEANEs were delivered to Sierra Wireless France on February 27, 2009. Payment for the securities tendered into the offer launched in the United States by Sierra Wireless France will follow shortly.


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Sierra Wireless AirLink™ Mobile and M2M product line to be available in Australia


Vancouver (Canada)  :  March 2, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced that the AirLink™ line of intelligent Mobile and M2M gateways will be available in Australia in 2009. Commercial shipments are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2009, and Sierra Wireless is featuring the AirLink product line in the company’s booth at APCO Australia, March 2 to 4 in Sydney.


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Sierra Wireless holds 84.32% of Wavecom capital and 90.57% of voting rights before the reopening of the subsequent offering period


Vancouver (Canada), and Issu-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 25, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing, and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, confirmed today that the all-cash tender offers of Sierra Wireless France, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sierra Wireless, Inc., for Wavecom securities in France (the “Offer”) and the United States (the “U.S. Offer”) (together with the Offer, the “Offers”) were successful.


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Sierra Wireless to present at the CIBC World Markets 2009 Whistler Institutional Investor Conference


Vancouver (Canada)  :  February 20, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR – TSX:SW) today announced the company’s participation in the CIBC World Markets 2009 Whistler Institutional Investor Conference, underway in Whistler, British Columbia, February 19 and 20.


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Sierra Wireless' Tender Offers for Wavecom Are Successful


Vancouver (Canada), Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 18, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile computing, and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, announced today that Sierra Wireless France’s all-cash tender offers for Wavecom securities in France and the United States were successful. 


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Wavecom and Celevoke team for stolen-vehicle recovery, reduced insurance rates


Research Triangle Park (North Carolina)  :  February 17, 2009             General


Wavecom and Celevoke today announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding outlining plans to work together in the development and marketing of Celevoke automotive and motorbike tracking products using the Wavecom Q2687 Wireless CPU® and related services.


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Sierra Wireless collaborates with Telefónica HSPA+ demonstration at Mobile World Congress


Barcelona (Spain)  :  February 17, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the company is collaborating with Telefónica to demonstrate HSPA+ mobile broadband network technology at Mobile World Congress, currently underway in Barcelona until February 19. Telefónica is hosting the demonstration at the company’s booth, using the new Sierra Wireless USB 306.


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Wavecom launches new WISMO family of entry-level cellular modems for M2M


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 16, 2009             General


Wavecom today announced the launch of its new WISMO (WIreless Standard MOdem) family of entry level GSM/GPRS modems for machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. The new product line provides wireless voice and data connectivity in a highly compact form factor and at a very competitive price, without compromising M2M industry specific requirements.


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Sierra Wireless quick to support OEM customers with HSPA+ embedded module


Barcelona (Spain)  :  February 16, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today introduced the MC8700 module, the company’s first embedded module for HSPA+ networks. The Sierra Wireless MC8700 module is designed specifically to provide original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a superior go-to-market solution that takes advantage of the fastest mobile broadband data speed available worldwide.


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Telstra launches new era with world's fastest mobile broadband service


Barcelona (Spain)  :  February 16, 2009             General



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Sierra Wireless introduces a new line of integrated 3G wireless routers


Vancouver (Canada)  :  February 12, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today introduced the new AirLink Helix line of integrated 3G wireless routers. The Helix line is built on an exceptionally intelligent 3G platform that leverages proven ALEOS™ technology to provide reliable connectivity, extensive routing features, and comprehensive remote management capabilities. The first router in the Helix family will feature two Ethernet ports, two USB ports, and an optional 802.11 b/g access point. The Helix product line is ideal for fixed, portable and mobile applications including point of sale, wireline replacement and backup, surveillance, public safety, and transportation.


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Sierra Wireless introduces first USB modems for HSPA+ mobile broadband networks


Vancouver (Canada)  :  February 11, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today introduced the Sierra Wireless USB 306 and the USB 307, the world’s first mobile broadband USB modems for HSPA+ networks. The new modems nearly triple the speed of other mobile broadband devices, with peak download speeds of 21 megabits per second (Mbps), making them the fastest mobile broadband devices available. The Sierra Wireless USB 306 and USB 307 modems are expected to ship within the first half of this year.


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Wavecom reveals its latest innovations in M2M technologies at the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 10, 2009             General


Wavecom announces that it will be showcasing its expertise in embedded wireless technologies for machine-to-machine (M2M) and automotive solutions at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, from 16 to 19 February 2009. Wavecom will exhibit a vast portfolio of technology innovations including hardware, software and services.


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Sierra Wireless Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2008 Results


Vancouver (Canada)  :  February 10, 2009             Financial



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Wavecom Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Financial Results


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 5, 2009             Financial


Wavecom S.A. today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and full year 2008 ending December 31, 2008.


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Wavecom has been selected by DENSO, a leading Japanese automotive supplier, for a major telematics program development


Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  February 3, 2009             General


Wavecom SA, a leader in wireless communications solutions for automotive and industrial (machine-to-machine) applications, today announced that it has completed the pre-production phase of a joint development project for automotive telematics based on Wavecom’s wireless technology.


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Sierra Wireless Announces Executive Departure


Vancouver (Canada)  :  February 2, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWIR, TSX: SW) today announced that the organizational changes made on January 29, 2009 include the resignation of Mr. Trent Punnett, Senior Vice-President, Marketing and Corporate Development. The company has internally reallocated Mr. Punnett's responsibilities and has no immediate plans to fill the position.


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CBS Outdoor implements remote-monitoring of its motorised outdoor advertising by choosing Anyware Technologies


Toulouse, France  :  February 1, 2009             General



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Sierra Wireless Announces Expense Reduction Program


Vancouver (Canada)  :  January 29, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWIR, TSX: SW) announced today that it is implementing an expense reduction program.


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Timing of Sierra Wireless Fourth Quarter and 2008 Financial Results


Vancouver (Canada)  :  January 28, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) will release its financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2008  after the market closes on Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Sierra Wireless President and CEO, Jason Cohenour, and CFO, David McLennan, will hold a conference call with analysts and investors to discuss the results at 5:30 PM Eastern time the same day.


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New and improved Sierra Wireless Watcher™ connection manager enhances the mobile broadband user experience


Vancouver (Canada)  :  January 27, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) has released Version 3.1 of Sierra Wireless Watcher™ connection manager for use with Sierra Wireless HSPA devices. Sierra Wireless Watcher software is used by network operators and PC original equipment manufacturers worldwide to provide end users with a simple, efficient user interface for their Sierra Wireless mobile broadband devices. Sierra Wireless Watcher 3.1 offers a new contemporary look and feel that is simpler to use, provides valuable real-time insight into device and network performance, and can be easily customized by network operators and OEM customers.


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Wavecom introduces fully integrated development environment for automotive and machine-to-machine applications


Issy-les-Moulineaux and Toulouse (France)  :  January 20, 2009             General


Wavecom SA and its subsidiary Anyware Technologies today announced the launch of M2M Studio, a fully integrated suite of tools for the development of embedded software applications for industrial wireless devices based on Wavecom Wireless CPU®s. M2M Studio enables developers to create, develop, compile, download, debug and test their applications.


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New Sierra Wireless USB modem now available for the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network


Vancouver (Canada)  :  January 19, 2009             General


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) today announced the launch of the Sierra Wireless USB 598 with service on the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network. Available exclusively from Sprint as the Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem 598U by Sierra Wireless, this new USB modem offers a convenient and reliable mobile solution that allows subscribers to connect to email and online applications as efficiently as they do at the office or at home.


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Sierra Wireless Announces Opening of Cash Tender Offers to Acquire Wavecom in Friendly Deal


Vancouver (Canada) and Issy-les-Moulineaux (France)  :  January 14, 2009             Financial


Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider for wireless modems for mobile computing, and Wavecom (Paris: AVM – NASDAQ: WVCM), a leading provider of embedded wireless technology for M2M (machine-to-machine) communication, announced the commencement of cash tender offers in France and the United States, by Sierra Wireless France SAS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sierra Wireless, for all outstanding shares (including shares represented by American Depository Shares (“ADSs”) and OCEANE convertible bonds) of Wavecom.


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