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KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq:KVHI) announced today that ASA Electronics Corp., an international manufacturer and supplier of mobile electronics, is now serving as a national distributor for KVH mobile communication products. ASA Electronics is focused on bringing KVH�s award-winning TracVision� mobile satellite TV systems and its new TracNet� 100 mobile Internet receiver with MSN� TV service to dealers and vehicle manufacturers in the commercial vehicle, bus, limousine, and conversion van markets. �We are extremely pleased to have ASA Electronics join KVH as our newest national distributor,� said Ian Palmer, KVH�s executive vice president of satellite sales. �The match makes perfect sense when you consider KVH�s leadership in mobile satellite TV and communication technology, and ASA�s worldwide reputation for outstanding distribution of mobile electronics. I believe that ASA�s aggressive, effective networks and established position in key markets will enable KVH to effectively pursue significant new sales opportunities.� ASA Electronics will be focused on the sales and distribution of KVH�s 12V flagship products: � The TracVision A7 automotive satellite TV system � The award-winning TracVision A7 uses KVH�s patented hybrid phased-array antenna technology to offer a 5-inch high, satellite TV system with exclusive in-motion reception of up to 185 channels of DIRECTV� service including national networks like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC via local TV affiliates � a first in the mobile entertainment and automotive industries. � The TracNet 100 mobile Internet system with MSN TV service � TracNet 100 provides in-motion, high-speed access to MSN TV Internet services, including MSN Mail, MSN Messenger, web browsing, Internet radio, and online games, all conveniently displayed on the video screens and TVs in vehicles. For those users who depend on applications on laptops or PDAs, the TracNet 100 also turns a vehicle or vessel into a mobile hotspot thanks to integrated WiFi that supports multiple users and devices. Commenting on what the future may bring for the partnership and the customers, Pat McCullough, ASA Electronics� vice president of sales, remarked, �KVH and ASA Electronics speak the same language when it comes to meeting and exceeding the needs of our mobile customers. We like to think of ourselves as a technology partner as well as a supplier, and we applaud KVH for their contributions to mobile satellite technology. This new distribution agreement enables us to seize a terrific opportunity to bring a comprehensive electronics solution to those customers who want the next big thing in live, mobile entertainment.� For additional information about KVH's award-winning TracVision satellite TV systems, visit http://www.tracvision.com. Additional details regarding KVH�s mobile Internet solutions are available online at http://www.kvh.com/kvhinternet/. Note to editors: High-resolution, press-ready images of KVH�s TracVision and TracNet systems are available at http://press.kvh.com for download and editorial use. About ASA Electronics Corp. Since 1977, ASA Electronics, �The Mobile Electronics Company,� (www.asaelectronics.com), has been an international manufacturer and supplier of mobile electronics to the RV, marine, bus, van, commercial vehicle, heavy duty, and limousine industries. ASA�s proprietary line of products include: JENSEN� stereos, speakers, LCD televisions and entertainment systems, DVD players, and accessories; and Voyager� rear and side observation systems. About KVH Industries, Inc. Middletown, RI-based KVH Industries, Inc., is a leading provider of in-motion satellite TV and communication systems, having designed, manufactured, and sold more than 100,000 mobile satellite antennas for applications on boats, RVs, trucks, buses, and automobiles. Winner of the prestigious General Motors Innovative Design Award, 2 CES Innovation Awards, 22 National Marine Electronics Association �Best Product� awards, the DAME Award in the Marine Electronics category, and a finalist for the Automotive News PACE Award, KVH�s mission is to connect mobile customers with the same digital television entertainment, communications, and Internet services that they enjoy in their home and offices. This release may contain certain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, for example, the functionality, characteristics, quality and performance of KVH�s products and technology; anticipated innovation and product development; and customer preferences, requirements and expectations. The actual results could differ. Factors that may cause such differences include, among others, our dependence on the availability of third-party satellites, which face significant operational risks and could fail earlier than their expected useful lives, for our mobile satellite communication services, as well as those discussed in KVH�s most recent Form 10-Q filed with the SEC. KVH assumes no obligation to update its forward-looking statements to reflect new information or developments. KVH, TracVision, and TracNet are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.