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January 11, 2012 | Handheld Expands in the UK | View full press release
The Handheld Group, manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, continue their expansion with a new office in the UK. The new subsidiary, Handheld UK & Ireland Ltd, will cover the key UK and Irish markets and will enable Handheld, the fastest growing global manufacturer of rugged handheld devices, to support existing and new partners generate new business opportunities in the expanding UK market. The UK office is Handheld's fourth new subsidiary in the last 12 months.

January 2, 2012 | Handheld Acquires TimbaTec to Strengthen Central European Presence | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a manufacturer of rugged PDAs and mobile devices, strengthens its presence in the important German, Austrian and Swiss markets with the acquisition of the hardware division of its distribution partner Latschbacher. Handheld is the fastest growing maker of rugged handheld devices in the world, rapidly gaining market share for its smartly designed and cutting edge rugged notebooks, laptops and PDAs.

26 July 2010 | The European Athletics Championships is Controlled by Handhelds Nautiz X5 | Download file
Handheld has been selected to provide handheld computers for the European Athletics Championships in Barcelona.

8 October 2009 | Handheld awarded "SUPERCOMPANY" of the year for second consecutive year | Download file
The Handheld group has been named one of this year's Supercompanies by the Swedish business magazine "Veckans Affärer". This is the second year in a row that the Handheld Group has been awarded the prestigious price.

22 September 2009 | Handheld launches new Kenaz DGPS receiver for the Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA | Download file
Hemisphere GPS and Handheld jointly introduced a new Kenaz GPS receiver today from the InterGeo Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany. This product marks the start of a strategic partnership between Handheld and Hemisphere GPS. Hemisphere GPS customized the Kenaz DGPS receiver specifically for the Handheld Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA.

7 September 2009 | The Handheld Group and Getac Technology Corporation enters into strategic partnership | Download file
The Handheld Group and Getac Technology Corporation jointly announced today the beginning of a strategic partnership to expand rugged handheld business. This partnership will see co-branded products to be sold through Handheld's extensive network of 250 authorised partners worldwide.

December 13, 2011 | Rugged Computer Specialist Handheld Group Named One of the Most Innovative Technology Companies in the World | View full press release
The Handheld Group, a fast growing manufacturer of smartly designed and cutting edge rugged notebooks, tablets and PDAs, has received the Red Herring Global 100 award. The honor recognizes the leading private companies from North America, Europe, and Asia, celebrating their innovations, technologies and business models across their respective industries. Handheld was the sole Swedish company among the hundred winners.

November 24, 2011 | Handheld Wins Prestigious Scandinavian Top Quality Company Award for Profitable and Rapid Growth, Sound Finances | View full press release
The Handheld Group, internationally famous supplier of probably the best rugged PDA's and devices on the market, has for the fourth year running been awarded "Gazelle" status as one of Sweden's fastest growing and profitable companies. Handheld celebrates a very successful year with new models launched, new international offices opened, and big tenders won.

November 04, 2011 | Handheld APAC Establishes Local Warehouse for Quicker Deliveries of Advanced Rugged PDAs and Mobile Computers | View full press release
Handheld APAC, an Australia based subsidiary of the global Handheld Group, worldwide supplier of rugged computers, has established a local warehouse for quicker deliveries, more sophisticated tracking control and an even better support service to all partners involved in the supply chain in the Asia Pacific region.

October 26, 2011 | Handheld Teams Up with PUMA for Volvo Ocean Race | View full press release
Handheld Group, a leading supplier of innovative and advanced rugged PDAs and devices, has teamed up with PUMA Ocean Racing for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012. As part of the sponsorship, the PUMA crew onboard PUMA's Mar Mostro (Monster of the Sea) will use Handheld's state-of-the-art and ultra-rugged tablet Algiz 7 on deck for everything from navigation to calculations and communication.

September 27, 2011 | Handheld's New Algiz XRW Rugged Notebook Now Available with Touchscreen | View full press release
The Algiz XRW rugged notebook now features a touchscreen that makes the 'best in class' computer even easier to use. The ultra-mobile Algiz XRW with its cutting edge technology and communication possibilities is the best value rugged notebook on the market.

2011-07-27 | Handheld US Sees Record-Breaking Growth, Expands with New Sales Managers | View full press release
Rapidly growing technology company adds two with deep experience in rugged handheld computer industry

28 June 2011 | Algiz 7 Tablet from Handheld Now Certified by Verizon Wireless | View full press release
Rugged Algiz 7 tablet delivers full feature set, military-grade toughness

31 May 2011 | Handheld Group Selected as a Red Herring Top 100 Europe Tech Company | View full press release
Prestigious award recognizes the most innovative companies across Europe

12 April 2011 | Handheld Group Wins Large Public Transportation Tender for Rugged PDAs | View full press release
Handheld will supply Netherlands Railways (NS) with more than 10,000 rugged handhelds for ticket control, travel information and support of workflow processes.

18 Mars 2011 | Handheld Group Appoints New Chief Financial Officer | Download file
Christer Florén, experienced at managing multinational finances, is announced as new CFO

10 February 2011 | Handheld Expands its Global Reach by Opening an Asia-Pacific Subsidiary in Sydney, Australia | Download file
The Handheld Group, a global supplier of rugged mobile computers, is taking advantage of opportunities for additional growth on the Asia-Pacific market by opening Handheld APAC Pty Ltd., in Sydney, Australia.