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To: Richard Saunders who wrote (11)	1/18/2001 1:18:41 PM
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Novatel Wireless Selects Electronics Manufacturing Group to Manufacture Minstrel Family of Wireless Modems Companies sign strategic outsourcing manufacturing alliance CALGARY, Jan. 18 /CNW/ - Electronics Manufacturing Group Inc., (CDNX: EMY) announce a long-term manufacturing agreement with Novatel Wireless Inc. (Nasdaq:NVTL), a provider of wireless modems and software whereby EMG will provide full turnkey procurement and manufacturing services for two innovative wireless information appliances: Novatel Wireless' Minstrel S(TM) wireless handheld modem for Handspring Visor(TM) and the Minstrel 540(TM) Wireless Modem that enables wireless access from the HP Jornada 540. This new supply agreement constitutes a sizable manufacturing relationship between the two companies and builds upon the initial purchase order of $7M (U.S.) announced and delivered in the fourth quarter of 2000. Production of the $18M (U.S.) contract will be based at EMG's Calgary headquarters leveraging the company's existing supply chain and manufacturing capabilities for the new fiscal year. The order is a result of EMG's continued industry leading performance and commitment to new product introductions and delivering a complete range of product development and delivery services to the global technology and electronics industry. The contract provides further evidence that EMG is performing to its business plan and required EMG to double its Calgary workforce to over 200 skilled technicians and move to operate 3 full time shifts before the end of 2000. "EMG is pleased to expand our partnership with Novatel Wireless," explained David Snell, Vice Chairman and CEO for Electronics Manufacturing Group. "We are excited to have this opportunity to leverage EMG's depth in wireless products to assist such a proven technology leader and deliver powerful technology tools for the smart and mobile professional." About EMG: Electronics Manufacturing Group Inc. is an ISO 9002 registered Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, providing a complete range of product development and delivery services to the global technology and electronics industry, including design, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, testing, product assurance, supply chain management, worldwide distribution and after-sales service. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, EMG has three manufacturing facilities in Canada and is continually expanding its electronics manufacturing services in order to set the standard for bringing quality electronics products to market quickly. EMG employs 355 Canadians and was recently recognized by Profit Magazine as the sixth fastest growing start-up in Canada and by Alberta Venture Magazine as Alberta's fastest growing manufacturer. EMG is listed on the Canadian Venture Exchange under the symbol "EMY". More information can be found by visiting www.emgplace.com. The Canadian Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or the accuracy of this release. This news release may contain forward-looking information. Actual future results may differ materially from those contemplated. The risks, uncertainties and other factors that could influence actual results are described in documents filed with regulatory authorities. %SEDAR: 00012076E -30- For further information: Tracy A. Holotuk, Sr. Vice President, Corporate Development, EMG - Electronics Manufacturing Group Inc., Cell phone: (416) 886-5293, Email: tracy.holotuk@emgplace.com; To request a free copy of this organization's annual report, please go to www.newswire.ca and click on reports@cnw. This press release concerns more than one organization. To view releases from one of these organizations, please select from below. ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING GROUP INC. EMG INC.

To: Richard Saunders who wrote (11)	1/19/2001 6:04:36 PM
From: maintenance	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 22

Electronics Manufacturing Group Receives Conditional Approval From TSE CALGARY, Jan. 19 /CNW/ - Electronics Manufacturing Group Inc., (CDNX: EMY) announces that the Toronto Stock Exchange has conditionally approved the listing of its common shares, subject to Section 502 of the TSE's Company Manual. Accordingly, listing is subject to EMG fulfilling all of the requirements of the Exchange within the next three months. "We are delighted by the progress we have made," explained David Snell, Vice Chairman and CEO for Electronics Manufacturing Group. "EMG's graduation to the TSE marks an important milestone within our strategic business plan to build critical mass to compete in the mid-tier and become profitable within our first five years of operations. In addition to growing our customer base, EMG will build upon the electronic manufacturing services we offer." About EMG: Operating since 1998, Electronics Manufacturing Group Inc. is an ISO 9002 registered Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company. The company provides a complete range of product development and delivery services to the global technology and electronics industry, including design, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, testing, product assurance, supply chain management, worldwide distribution and after-sales service. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, EMG has three manufacturing facilities in Canada and is continually expanding its electronics manufacturing services in order to set the standard for bringing quality electronics products to market quickly. EMG employs 355 Canadians and was recently recognized by Profit Magazine as the sixth fastest growing start-up in Canada and by Alberta Venture Magazine as Alberta's fastest growing manufacturer. EMG is listed on the Canadian Venture Exchange under the symbol "EMY". More information can be found by visiting www.emgplace.com. The Canadian Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or the accuracy of this release. This news release may contain forward-looking information. Actual future results may differ materially from those contemplated. The risks, uncertainties and other factors that could influence actual results are described in documents filed with regulatory authorities. %SEDAR: 00012076E