SOURCE: Fujitsu Norge   Jun 30, 2010 08:43 ET OSLO, NORWAY–(Marketwire – June 30, 2010) – Fujitsu will be delivering an integrated infrastructure services portfolioto Hydro in Norway and globally.Oslo, June 30, 2010 – Fujitsu, one of the world’s leading IT serviceproviders,has today entered into a six-year global delivery agreement with NorskHydroASA, one of the world’s leading integrated aluminium companies. Theagreementcovers full outsourcing and development of Hydro’s IT infrastructureservicessystems in Norway and abroad.- the agreement established today with Fujitsu, is based on mutual respectandan optimal collaboration model, which we have developed together. Whenselectingour supplier we have focused particularly on competency, flexibility,globalpresence and a secure and stable operation at a competitive cost level,saysStig Heggelund, CIO, Hydro.About the agreementUnder the terms of the agreement, Fujitsu will be responsible for anintegratedand end-to-end service delivery that covers both on-site and remoteservicesacross Hydro’s business areas. the agreement also covers server hosting andadministration, PC, LAN, storage systems, 24/7 multilingual service desks,application hosting and collaboration systems. the six-year global deliveryagreement is based on a one-year transition period followed by a five-yearoutsourcing agreement. the agreement goes into effect in September 2010 andincludes IT systems in 40 countries.Growing together- Hydro is far ahead of most companies in Norway and globally when it comestohighly innovative manufacturing solutions. in their selection ofoutsourcingprovider they have therefore set high demands for flexible IT solutions,competency and predictability. We are proud and humble that HydroexperiencesFujitsu as the most suitable service provider for their business in Norwayandabroad and our goal is to grow together with Hydro as a valued and trustedpartner, says Kjell-Erik Tenold, Managing Director, Fujitsu Norway.- We are very excited about signing with yet another global Nordiccorporation.This type of agreement underpins Fujitsu’s position as a leading Nordic andglobal IT provider with a strong portfolio. Having a close relationship toourcustomers is essential for Fujitsu and our understanding of Hydro’sbusinessoperations has been a positive factor in the negotiations. Hydro has anextensive business, and the task we now embark on will be both rewardingandchallenging, says Bengt Engström, CEO, Fujitsu Nordic. – END -About FujitsuFujitsu is a leading provider of ICT-based business solutions for theglobalmarketplace. With approximately 170,000 employees supporting customers in70countries, Fujitsu combines a worldwide corps of systems and servicesexpertswith highly reliable computing and communications products and advancedmicroelectronics to deliver added value to customers. Headquartered inTokyo,Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.6 trillionyen(US$50 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010. For moreinformation,please see: fujitsu.com/.About HydroHydro is a global supplier of aluminium and aluminium products. Based inNorway,the company employs 19,000 people in 40 countries and has activities on allcontinents. Hydro reported total revenue of NOK 67,409 million for 2009.Forfurther information, see hydro.com.PictureBengt Engström, CEO, Fujitsu Nordic (left), Kjell-Erik Tenold,ManagingDirector, Fujitsu Norway (middle) and Stig Heggelund, CIO, Hydro (right)signedtoday a major outsourcing contract covering operations in 40 countries.For further information, please contact: Kjell-Erik TenoldManaging Director, Fujitsu NorwayTelephone: +47 971 05 000E-mail: .com Bengt EngströmCEO, Fujitsu NordicTelephone: +46 70 793 70 71E-mail: .com Stig HeggelundCIO, HydroTelephone: +47 48 05 24 05E-mail: [HUG#1428592] Picture: hugin.info/143300/R/1428592/375984.jpgThis announcement is distributed by Thomson Reuters on behalfof Thomson Reuters clients.The owner of this announcement warrants that:(i) the releases contained herein are protected bycopyright and other applicable laws; and(ii) they are solely responsible for the content,accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.All reproduction for further distribution is prohibited.Source: Fujitsu Norge via Thomson Reuters ONE