YARDLEY, Pa., Oct. 21, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- FTS Wireless, Inc., (OTCBB:FLIP) a full service retail wireless company announced today that it has signed a dealer agreement with Canadian-based Roadpost Inc. that will give FTS customers access to International Cellular service in more than 150 countries around the globe, access to some 1,200 Wi-Fi HotSpots around the world and Satellite communications services from anywhere on the globe.
FTS Chairman and CEO Mr. Scott Gallagher commented, "In just over 8 months since the launch of our wireless business, we have created one of the strongest product portfolios in the wireless business today by partnering with top tier firms. Through our new deal with Roadpost, we're now able to expand the services we offer International business travelers, sometimes referred to as 'Road Warriors' to include International Cellular Plans, Global Satellite plans and International Wi-Fi access at more then 1,200 locations around the globe."
"Time sensitive travelers need dependable and cost-effective communication services wherever they go," said Morris Shawn, President and CEO of Roadpost. "Selling our services through FTS Wireless is another step towards expanding our service offerings to empower customers to stay in touch easily and affordably."
About FTS Wireless, Inc.
Tampa based FTS Wireless, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of FTS Apparel, Inc. FTS Wireless, Inc. is a diversified wireless company that markets traditional and pre-paid wireless, Wi-Fi and other related products and services through agreements with its strategic partners to customers in the Florida Gulf Coast region as well as New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Through its e-commerce site, FTS Wireless markets to customers worldwide. For additional information about FTS Apparel, Inc. or its subsidiary, please visit our website at www.FTSWireless.com or review our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov.
About Roadpost Inc.
Founded in 1991, Roadpost (www.roadpost.com) provides global communications to individuals and corporations. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes International Cellular Service, Iridium Satellite Service and Remote Internet Access, using Dial-Up, WiFi and Ethernet connections. Alliances with industry leaders such as mmO2, Bouygues Telecom, Swisscom, Telecom Italia Mobile, Bell Mobility, Telus Mobility, Iridium, GRIC Communications, Motorola, Nokia, Aeroplan(r) and United(r) Mileage Plus allow Roadpost to deliver reliable and secure communications to more than 150 countries through the largest network of worldwide coverage.
Forward-Looking Statements
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