(openPR) - Norwegian Software Leader Captures Major UK Media Contract

Oslo, September 8th, 2005: Content management provider, Escenic, announces a multiple site contract for UK and Ireland with major global media player, Independent News and Media plc.

Escenic will deliver a centralized publishing solution to major titles in the Independent News & Media Group (www.independent.co.uk, www.unison.ie, www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk) to streamline the London, Belfast and Dublin online editions. The contract will include implementation of Escenic AdManager, and an online payment solution, designed to tap new media channels.

Richard Withey, Global Director Interactive Media, Independent News & Media, "Choosing Escenic publishing software was a strategic decision in line with centralizing our operations, meeting the challenges of future publishing demands and gearing up to develop fresh revenue streams."

"Escenic maintains the spirit of innovation by continuously building on our core technology together with customers for customers. Working together with a dynamic media organization like INM confirms our commitment to the media market, and solidifies our position in this competitive arena." comments Øyvind Ørbæk, CEO, Escenic "

About Escenic (www.escenic.com)
With an uncompromising commitment to quality, Escenic is the content management company of choice for over 300 sites worldwide. Escenic offers the pioneering vision, leading technology and strategic edge that enable businesses to thrive with their digital assets.

About Independent News & Media (www.inmplc.com)
Independent News & Media plc (INM) is a leading international media and communications group, with interests in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom.

For more information:
Øyvind Ørbæk, CEO, Escenic, +47 90 09 85 92, oyvind.orbak@escenic.com
Richard Withey, Global Dir. Interactive Media, Independent News & Media, richard.withey@indigital.co.uk




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