Thursday, 18 March 2010
SPT Portuguese Television Selects Global Telecom & Technology To Strengthen Its Network Infrastructure
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About GTT

MCLEAN, VA., October 15, 2009 – Global Telecom & Technology, Inc. (“GTT”), (OTCBB: GTLT), a leading global network integrator, announced today that SPT Portuguese Television (SPT), a U.S. based distributor of Portuguese television and video programming, has purchased wide-area network services from GTT to strengthen its broadcast transport backbone.  SPT has purchased point to point private line services to support their broadcasting services in both the U.S. and Canadian markets.

“Reliable bandwidth and cost-effective solutions are key components in the new broadcasting business,” said Alberto M. Benedito, SPT’s Operations Manager. “GTT has provided us with reliable private line connectivity on several occasions, and we look forward to partnering with them again in the future.”

“Supporting customers like SPT is a core part of our business,” said Richard D. Calder, Jr., GTT’s president and CEO. “As a global network integrator, our key value proposition is to provide reliable, secure connectivity to our clients anywhere in the world.”

About GTT

GTT is a global network integrator that provides its clients with a broad portfolio of wide-area network and wireless mobility services. With over 800 worldwide supplier relationships, GTT combines multiple networks and technologies to deliver cost-effective solutions specifically designed for each client's unique requirements. GTT enhances client performance through our proprietary systems, comprehensive project management and 24x7 operations support. Headquartered just outside Washington, D.C. in McLean, Virginia with offices in London and Dusseldorf, GTT provides service to more than 300 enterprise, government, and carrier clients in over 70 countries, worldwide. For more information visit the GTT website at www.gt-t.net.

About SPT TV

SPT was founded in 1986 and acquired North American broadcasting rights for “SIC International” and “SIC Noticias”, the most viewed TV Channels in Portugal. SPT broadcasts Portuguese programming 24 hours, 7 days a week through major distribution channels; Dish Network, Cablevision and Comcast. The network content consists of exclusive soccer rights to Portugal’s Premier League and a dynamic programming package. For more Information visit the SPT web site: www.spttv.com/.

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