Gateway Expands European Presence Through Tesco Stores in Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia

IRVINE, Calif., July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Continuing to leverage the strength of its retail model in international markets, Gateway today announced the availability of its products for the first time in Eastern Europe. Gateway's award-winning product line is now available at Tesco stores in Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia.

"We are very pleased that Tesco, one of the world's premier retailers has selected Gateway as their PC launch partner for stores in Eastern Europe," said Bob Davidson, senior vice president, worldwide retail. "Tesco's selection of Gateway illustrates our proven strength and commitment to the retail channel. We've experienced great success with Tesco in the UK, and we look forward to replicating that success in Eastern Europe and beyond."

Gateway products have consistently earned awards and praise from leading industry publications in the UK, and the company expects the product line to be well received by customers throughout Eastern Europe. Gateway will also provide outstanding service and support to customers in Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia through its existing European call center, further leveraging its established presence in Europe.

About Gateway

Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway has been a technology pioneer, offering award-winning PCs, servers and related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools. Gateway is the third largest PC company in the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. The company's value-based eMachines brand is sold exclusively by leading retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is available at major retailers, over the web and phone, and through its direct and indirect sales force. See http://www.gateway.com/ for more information.