Garmin opens offices in Australia, New Zealand

Garmin Ltd. is parting company with GME Electrophone, its distributor in Australia and New Zealand for the past 17 years, and plans to open company-owned offices. It’s formed Garmin Australasia Pty Ltd for that purpose. The new facility will include a warehouse, sales, marketing and support for customers in the region. Garmin and GME say they are working together for a smooth transition. The transition for Australia is expected to be completed on July 1. The transition for New Zealand is expected to be completed on Jan. 1, 2009.