Richard Davies wrote: The UK has a good crop of technology pioneers in cloud computing - for example ElasticHosts, FlexiScale, Flexiant, OnApp - and also some strong government initiatives such as G-Cloud.
We will have to see whether this kind of technical leadership converts into swift mass-market adoption or not.
DELRAY BEACH, FL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 04/17/08 -- Celsius Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CSUH)
announced today their distribution partnership with Varni Brothers Corp.
Celsius®, the original,
great-tasting calorie burner, a healthier choice that has been clinically
tested and shown to burn calories by raising metabolism for over a 3 hour
period, will be rolling out in the Central Valley California market.
Varni Brothers has been producing and distributing softdrinks and other
beverages since 1933. Family owned and operated, they carry other
well-known brands such as 7-Up, Snapple, Jones Soda, NOAH'S Spring Water,
and Rockstar.
"We were eager to bring the Celsius brand into our portfolio to provide
consumers in the central valley of California access to this
great-tasting, unique beverage. Celsius contains so many of the nutritional
ingredients people are looking for today, without the calories. Celsius
also provides energy and has the ability to actually burn calories. Who
could resist all those positive qualities wrapped up into one great looking
package? Celsius fits well among the wide range of quality beverage choices
we supply throughout our distribution territory. We believe the time is
right for Celsius, and based on our initial sales, it looks like we have a
winner," said Tony Varni, President of Varni Brothers.
Dick McGee, COO of Celsius, added, "As we continue to build momentum on the
west coast, it helps having partners with such long term experience in not
only their market but also with non-alcoholic beverages. They have strong
relationships with their customers; the retailers that we need, to continue
our growth."
About Celsius Holdings, Inc.
Celsius Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CSUH) manufactures Celsius through its
wholly owned operating subsidiary, Celsius, Inc. Celsius, Inc. is quickly
gaining attention in the emerging $36 billion functional food and beverage
industry, as the creator of the negative calorie beverage category and as a
pioneer and leader in developing healthier beverage choices. Celsius, Inc.
is building unique distribution strategies to gain broad penetration in all
channels serving its consumer targets in all geographies. The continued
mission of Celsius, Inc. is to create healthy refreshment through science
and innovation and growth through passion and integrity. Celsius is
available through multiple channels including grocery, drug, convenience
stores, gyms and nutrition stores. Celsius is proudly carried by fine
establishments such as Walgreens, Krogers, Vitamin Shoppe, Raleys, QFC,
Hi-Health, Valero Corner Stores, Diamond Shamrock, Hannaford Supermarkets,
Heinens, Sweetbay Supermarkets, Meijer, Discount Drug Mart, King Soopers,
Dillions, Fry's, Smiths, Gelsons, Demoulas Market Baskets, Bristol Farms
and Central Markets. For more information about Celsius and Celsius, Inc.,
please visit http://www.celsius.com. For investor information, please visit
http://www.redchip.com.
About Celsius®
Celsius is the original,
great-tasting, calorie burning beverage. It is a dietary supplement that in
multiple clinical studies has been shown to burn calories by raising
metabolism for 3 hours. In the most recent study conducted at the
University of Oklahoma and released at the International Society of Sports
Nutrition, Celsius was shown to burn more than 100 calories. Celsius
contains a blend of ingredients including Green Tea with EGCG, Ginger,
Calcium, Chromium, B Vitamins, and Vitamin C. Celsius contains none of the
bad ingredients typically found in many drinks -- no sugar, no carbs, no
preservatives, no high fructose corn syrup, no trans fats, and it has very
little sodium. Celsius is available in 5
great-tasting flavors including Orange, Cola, Lemon-Lime, Wild Berry and
Ginger Ale.
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differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements
as a result of a number of important factors. These factors include, but
are not limited to: general economic and business conditions; our business
strategy for expanding our presence in our industry; anticipated trends in
our financial condition and results of operation; the impact of competition
and technology change; existing and future regulations effecting our
business, and other risks and uncertainties discussed in the reports
Celsius Holdings files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange
Commission. Celsius Holdings does not intend to and undertakes no duty to
update the information contained in this press release.