ZOTAC International, a global innovator and manufacturer of graphics cards, main boards and mini-PCs, today announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Gulf Shadows Computer Systems to bolster its presence in the regional market. As per the terms of the agreement, Gulf Shadows will promote and distribute ZOTAC’s award-winning range of graphic cards through its strong channel network across the MENA region except the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain markets.
“Over the last five years, ZOTAC has been successful in creating brand awareness for our products, increasing our market share and reach in the Middle East region, which is a very important market for us. We are now looking to strengthen our business further by signing on an established distributor, who could open doors for us in countries where we do not have a strong presence. Gulf Shadows, with its vast market knowledge and experience, solid channel network, technical capabilities and extensive reach, was the perfect partner for us,” says Carsten Berger, senior director, ZOTAC International.
“The appointment of Gulf Shadows is an extremely important strategic move for ZOTAC in achieving our objectives for the Middle East region. Gulf Shadows has a wealth of experience in the regional components market and this partnership will help us build our brand and drive our business further in the Middle East. We are confident Gulf Shadows will help ZOTAC establish its leadership position across the region,” adds Samson Kwong, sales director, ZOTAC International.
ZOTAC, which began its Middle East operations in 2008, has been successful in establishing itself as a brand of choice for many customers in the region. The vendor has been consistently meeting and exceeding industry benchmarks and raising the bar to provide only the best graphics cards and mini PCs.
Commenting on the partnership, Eng. Feras Kayali, Chief Operations Officer, Gulf Shadows Computer Systems says, “We are happy to sign on ZOTAC, which is one of the most reputed VGA brands globally. Our focus is on delivering only the best products and hence ZOTAC is a perfect match for our business. ZOTAC’s high quality graphics cards complement our existing product portfolio and add tremendous value to our channel.”
“Our partnership with ZOTAC will increase the choice for our customers by bringing them high quality products at competitive prices. We are looking forward to working closely with the ZOTAC team to give our channel the resources and support they need to promote and sell ZOTAC’s award-winning graphics cards. We are confident will be able grow ZOTAC’s market share and reach in the region,” Hassan Al Aas, sales director, Gulf Shadows Computer Systems concludes on a high note.
Gulf Shadows will distribute ZOTAC’s VGA cards in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Libya, Yemen, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Algeria and Tunisia.