PRESS RELEASE TURKU, FINLAND FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Editorial contact: Regional Manager Andrzej Styrcz, puh 02-2166500, [log in to unmask] SANAKO joins European eLearning Industry Group SANAKO has become an affiliate member of the eLIG Group, the European e-Learning Industry Group. The eLIG is an open consortium of leading ICT companies and eLearning content providers who seek to promote eLearning throughout Europe, in schools, universities, the workplace and homes. It was launched on 25 April 2002 in partnership with Mrs. Viviane Reding, European Commissioner for Information Society and Media. eLIG members represent a broad spectrum of sectors including Telecommunications, Computing, Software, Educational Institutions, Publishing & Media, eLearning Service Providers, Professional Associations, Research Institutes and Industry Associations. In addition to Sanako, other members include industry leaders such as the BBC, Auralog, HP, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Sun Microsystems, SAP and Cisco Systems, among others. The overall aim is for all European citizens - of all ages and all walks of life - to benefit, and as a result for Europe to build on its traditions of strong educational institutions to become a world eLearning leader in the digital age. Companies that enjoy membership in the eLIG are uniquely positioned to influence the development and implementation of education policy throughout Europe, by helping to shape government policy, participating in the development of the market and standards and working on common projects. Membership also gives them the opportunity to share their views at eLIG conferences and workshops, and to gain access to the latest developments and market trends. Andrzej Styrcz, Sanako's Regional Manager with responsibility for Emerging Markets in Europe, says membership in the eLIG positions Sanako to become an influential player in EU educational policy. "We can obtain valuable insights on eLearning programs and related opportunities for business as well as establish good working relationships to facilitate future contacts." The eLearning Industry Group provides advice to the European Commission and national governments in areas such as essential information technology and telecommunications infrastructure, open standards to facilitate the exchange of eLearning content, the development of a sustainable market for eLearning content and the development of relevant professional and personal skills. It works in close co-operation with public institutions such as governments, schools and training institutions to help implement practical measures to deploy eLearning in the community. www.elig.org SANAKO Corporation SANAKO, formerly Tandberg Educational, is a learning technology company developing language teaching solutions, teaching and classroom management software, virtual learning and professional development solutions, as well as supplying customer services. We are the world leader in live language learning technology. Today's solutions include modern software, wireless and mobile systems that act as a catalyst for improving teaching outcomes by motivating learning. Our sales network reaches customers all over the world and we've provided Tandberg Educational Quality to satisfied users in over 100 countries. We serve our customers through a network of resellers in 70 countries. Based in Finland, the company has sales offices in China, France, UAE, UK and US. SANAKO is a Microsoft(R) Certified Partner and Blackboard Building Blocks community member.