Aethra Inc. Announces Distribution Agreement With VSIG.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 15, 2004

Aethra Appoints Visual Systems Integration Group, Inc. (VSIG)

As Exclusive Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US Distributor for

Videoconferencing Products

Aethra(R), a leader in the global telecommunications market, today announced that it has entered into a distribution agreement with Visual Systems Integration Group, Inc. (VSIG), a premier value-added distributor of videoconferencing and webstreaming solutions, headquartered near Washington, D.C. in Woodbridge, VA. "VSIG is a nationally recognized, dedicated videoconferencing distributor known for providing resellers with pre- and post-sale support services and engineering expertise," said Giorgio Viezzoli, CEO of Aethra, Inc.

Under the agreement, VSIG will be the sole authorized distributor for Aethra's full range of video communication solutions in the Mid Atlantic and Southeast U.S. through VSIG's network of A/V Integrators, computer network and telephony resellers. "Aethra's product line is the broadest and deepest in the industry, with an unparalleled technology-for-dollar advantage for our customers," said Gena Albeitawi, Vice President of Business Development & Sales for VSIG.

VSIG, well known in the videoconferencing industry as an added value distributor to the A/V Integration industry, will continue to provide the high end service and support that resellers relied on for the past 5 years. VSIG specializes in secure network design and support services holding top secret clearance to enable site surveys, design and implementation services for US Military and Federal Agencies. The agreement reflects both companies' commitment to providing the full-range of videoconferencing solutions that address the current demand of today's business world.

For more information on becoming a reseller of Aethra videoconferencing products under VSIG, please visit www.vsig.net or call 888-635-3443

About Aethra

Aethra is one of the top four leading global players in the videoconferencing market offering a wide range of state-of-the-art telecommunications products in over 60 countries worldwide through more than 40 carriers and a network of distributors and resellers. The company develops, manufactures and markets video communication and audio conferencing systems, plus management solutions for audio, video and data services, as well as ISDN and xDSL products and test equipment. Aethra's 30-year heritage and proven capability have distinguished it in the industry, reflecting its expertise in bringing cutting-edge telecommunications technologies to market. Aethra's knowledge helps businesses utilize the latest technologies to produce cost-effective videoconferencing systems to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes.

For more information, please visit the Aethra web site at www.aethra.com or call 888-423-8472.