MUMBAI, INDIA and IRVING, TX -- (Marketwire) -- 02/26/10 -- Aegis Limited, a leading global business process outsourcing (BPO) provider and part of the Essar Group, today announced that it has been named to The Global Outsourcing 100 list by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP).

The Global Outsourcing 100 recognizes the world's best outsourcing service providers based on applications received and evaluated by an independent panel of judges. Companies were judged on four critical characteristics; size and growth, customer references, organizational competencies and management capabilities. The list includes the most outstanding outsourcing service providers from around the world that provide a full spectrum of outsourcing services.

"At a time when companies that outsource are scrutinizing their suppliers more closely than ever to ensure they are delivering the high quality, valued-added results being sought by customers, The Global Outsourcing 100 has become an even more valuable reference tool for companies seeking to work with the best providers," said IAOP Chairman Michael Corbett. "The companies named on the list have demonstrated their expertise following a rigorous, independently judged process and represent the best in the industry."

Aparup Sengupta, Managing Director and CEO of Aegis Limited, said, "Aegis is proud to be selected as a leading outsourcing provider among the Global Outsourcing 100. Over the past year, Aegis has expanded its global footprint and today delivers high quality services from 40 locations in India, the Philippines, United States, Costa Rica, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Australia and South Africa. Aegis is focused on customer value creation through managing, enabling and extending the customer experience."

About Aegis
Aegis is a global leader in business process outsourcing (BPO) and has over two decades of leadership in customer lifecycle management. Built on the mantra of personalized solutions and the co-creation of value, Aegis is one of the fastest growing BPO companies in the world. An Essar Group enterprise, Aegis offers the benefits of a global delivery model, strong financial strength, deep industry expertise, comprehensive and flexible solution offerings, and a rich international talent pool. Aegis services more than 135 clients from 40 delivery centers with more than 39,000 employees across India, the Philippines, United States, Costa Rica, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Australia and South Africa. For more information, please visit www.aegisglobal.com.

About IAOP
The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals® (IAOP®) is the global, standard-setting organization and advocate for the outsourcing profession. With more than 100,000 members and affiliates worldwide, IAOP helps companies increase their outsourcing success rate, improve their outsourcing ROI, and expand the opportunities for outsourcing across their businesses. To learn more, visit www.iaop.org.