Global signed as master distributor for ZyXEL

Regional VAD Global Distribution FZE, has signed a master distribution agreement with Taiwan-based ZyXEL Communications Corporation, the world’s leading broadband access solutions provider.

Under the deal, Global will distribute ZyXEL’s comprehensive range of networking and connectivity products in the Middle East, as well as Pakistan & Afghanistan.

The announcement comes as Global expands its solutions portfolio for the MENA region, which now covers the key IT infrastructure pillars, such as enterprise storage, high performance computing, it infrastructure and physical security and software.

According to ZyXel, the new partnership allows Global to distribute all its products including UTM firewalls, switches, routers and wireless lan solutions.

“Global Distribution FZE has extensive experience in Solutions Distribution and an excellent reputation in Channel Development and Enablement,” said Muhammad Arsalan, VP Sales, ZyXEL Middle East FZE. “We are pleased to have them join our network of distributors and adding us to their comprehensive solutions portfolio. Together, we will expand the footprint in the Middle East.”

“We are continuing to broaden our offering by signing new agreements with key manufacturers,” said Imran Batoaq, business unit manager, IT Infrastructure and Physical Security at Global Distribution. “ZyXEL has shown considerable growth over the last years and introduced a broad range of networking solutions that complement our existing product portfolio.”

“Our vision is to enable the reseller community to embrace solutions-selling. ZyXEL’s comprehensive line of networking solutions allows us to offer a ‘one stop shop’ and brings us another step closer to accomplish our vision,” added Mario M. Veljovic, VP Solutions MENA at Global Distribution.