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To: Don Johnstone who wrote (224)6/25/1999 8:30:00 AM
From: R.A.K.  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 682
 
NEWS RELEASE:

Unique Broadband Systems Signs Exclusive Contract with Look Communications Inc.

MARKHAM, ON, June 25 /CNW/ - Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. (VSE: UBS)
has been appointed exclusive supplier of MMDS repeaters for the largest MMDS
operator in Canada, Look Communications, Inc. The contract covers all VLPR
repeater requirements across Canada up until Dec. 31, 2000.
Unique Broadband Systems will supply 5, 20 and 50 Watt outdoor repeaters
with remote monitoring and control capabilities, full redundancy and
convection cooling. Unique Broadband Systems has also supplied Look
Communications, Inc. with filters, transmission equipment and microwave
components in the past and will continue to quote and supply these products as
required in the future.
''Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. was selected as Look's exclusive
supplier
of VLPR's based on their superior design and technology, engineering support,
and excellent field performance.'' said Ralph von Eppinghoven, P.Eng., Vice
President of Engineering and Operations at Look Communications Inc.
''This exclusive contract demonstrates Look Communications commitment to
the future of MMDS in Canada and their confidence in our Company's ability to
help make that future a success,'' said Alex Dolgonos, President and CEO of
Unique Broadband Systems.
Look Communications Inc. provides digital television and Internet
services in Quebec and Ontario through a multi-channel multipoint distribution
system (MMDS) technology also known as wireless cable. The Canadian
Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) awarded Look
Communications a broadcast distribution license for Southern Ontario in August
1997 and for Eastern Ontario and Quebec in February 1998.
Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. is a recognized world leader in the
design, development and manufacture of broadband wireless and other wireless
solutions that serve the service provider, telecommunications and broadcast
industries. With headquarters in Markham, Ontario, Unique Broadband Systems
markets its products globally, providing 24X7 support. Unique Broadband
Systems is a trademark of Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. For additional
information, visit the company's Web site at www.uniquesys.com

On behalf of the Board of Unique Broadband Systems, Inc.

Alex Dolgonos
Chief Executive Officer

For further information: Stephen J. Rosen, Chief Financial Officer,
Phone: (905) 474-0091 extension 101, Fax (905) 474-1563, Email:
stephenr@uniquesys.com