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Perla group $2.8 million in GOVERNMENT CONTRACT
1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PERLA GROUP INTERNATIONAL SECURES $2.8 MILLION IN
GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
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Perla Armored Cars Wins $1 Million in U.S. Military Contracts for Three Separate Orders -
K-9 Division Awarded $1.8 million for Iraqi Police Force
Ft. Lauderdale, Fla – December 07, 2010 – Perla Group International Inc., (ETGS:PK) an emerging
leader in the international military, police and security solutions sectors, today announced it has been
awarded separate government contracts valued at $2.8 million. The Company, which recently
completed a reverse merger with Elm Technologies Inc., a publicly listed developmental stage
company, said that during the past 30 days its Armored Car division has secured three separate
orders from the U.S. Military in Afghanistan for armored vehicles. These orders, valued at $1 million,
are the result of direct bids.
Additionally the Company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a total of 143 “trained and
certified” Explosives Detection Dogs. The first group of 23 will be delivered this month with the
balance to be delivered in 2011. The dogs will be utilized by the Iraqi Police Force. That contract is
valued at $1.8 million.
“Obviously it’s gratifying to be awarded any government contract,” said Charles D'Alberto, CEO and
founder of Perla Group International. “These orders underscore the recognition that Perla has
achieved on an international basis for the finest quality products and services. We will continue to
aggressively pursue all such opportunities as part of our short- and long-term goal of creating
shareholder value.”
Perla Group International was founded in 2007 by D'Alberto, after having established himself in the
market with a reputation of being first to market with innovative, "best of breed" products and
services. Perla International Group is headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida with regional offices in
Dubai, UAE, and Kabul, Afghanistan. The Company plans to have established offices in Melbourne,
Australia, and Lagos, Nigeria early in 2011. The Company has applied for a new stock symbol and
will continue to trade under ETGS:PK until the new symbol is approved.
Through its four wholly owned subsidiaries, Perla Group International offers leading edge products
and services in aviation, telecom, armored vehicles and K-9 services in the burgeoning military, police
and security sectors.
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Perla Telecoms Group has positioned itself as a total 'turnkey' solutions developer and provider. It
will remain independent as to have the ability to work with the many leading services providers in the
industry. From large Telcos to small SMEs, network integrators, military customers, and any company
wanting a specialist solution or product.
Perla Aviation – primarily in the Middle East, the division provides a host of aviation services include
charters, sales and leasing of aircraft; aircraft repair and maintenance. Perla Aviation is the exclusive
distributor for the AK1-3 helicopter known industry wide as the finest two seat helicopter available.
Perla Armored Cars –This entity specializes in armored VIP Mercedes Benz, as well as 4 x 4s,
APCs, Cash in Transit, Buses and ATVs. The division has recently secured direct supply contracts
with the US military, and has plans to expand rapidly with a view to investing in manufacturing
facilities in both the Middle East and the USA.
Perla K-9 Services – Through the world renowned Von Forell facilities in Melbourne, Australia Perla
offers the finest breed dogs trained under the best in the industry. Perla K-9 services are utilized by
law enforcement and as detection dogs. They conduct training seminars as well as tactical, anti-
terrorism and security training services.
D'Alberto said that although the Company's divisions operate independently they work together quite
often and cross pollinate as customers of one division are quick to take advantage of products
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About Perla Group International
Perla Group International is an emerging leader in the international military, police and security
solutions sectors. It was established with the vision to become the industry's leading turnkey solutions
developer and services provider. Perla Group's success is built on a combination of the trust, backing
and support of top industry specialists and a talented team's unwavering commitment to service
excellence. With its four divisions; Perla Telecoms, Perla Aviation, Perla Armored Cars and Perla K-9
Services, it places Perla Group in a unique position to service many of its existing clients with multiple
value added services and thereby attract key new clients.
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